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MUSQUODOBOIT VALLEY:<\/strong> Five local organizations that are either volunteer fire services or ground search and rescue are among 64 province-wide receiving funding support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The five in the communities that are covered by The Laker News are receiving close to $100,000 from the province.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister John Lohr announced the funding to the first responders on Aug. 12.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Lohr said the province is providing the funding to the first responder organizations for their vital work in protecting Nova Scotians, their homes and communities.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”127″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”34″] \u201cTheir recent heroic efforts during the floods highlight their invaluable contribution, and this funding is a gesture of deep appreciation for their service.\u201d ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”34″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate group=”6″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n Receiving funding locally from the program are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Musquodoboit Valley Ground Search & Rescue – Rescue Equipment $20,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stewiacke and District Volunteer Fire Department – Rescue Equipment $20,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n Enfield Volunteer Fire Department – PPE gear $20,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n Milford and District Volunteer Fire Brigade Society – PPE & Misc Rescue Equipment $19,832<\/p>\n\n\n\n Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency PPE & Rescue Equipment $20,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”71″]<\/p>\n\n\n\n [adrotate banner=”210″] – by this fall, 2,000 new trunked radios will be provided to responders, which will improve communication as they assist Nova Scotians in need<\/p>\n\n\n\n – a pilot program aimed at improving the mental health of Nova Scotia\u2019s first responders and other public safety personnel launched earlier this year<\/p>\n\n\n\n –\u00a0 the Nova Scotia Guard, a new volunteer corps that will help communities respond to and recover from crises and disasters, will launch this fall. “This funding is crucial in ensuring they have the tools and equipment they need to perform their duties effectively and safely. 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Nova Scotia’s Emergency Services Provider Fund will support 64 organizations this year, including fire departments, ground search and rescue teams and hazardous materials units.
\u201cVolunteer first responders are the backbone of our communities, tirelessly dedicating their time and effort to protect and serve,\u201d said John Lohr, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Grants totalling nearly $1.2 million will be distributed to organizations for upgrading equipment essential for fire and other emergency response operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The fund is one of the ways the province is supporting emergency responders and improving the response to emergencies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Quotes:
<\/strong>\u201cOur first responders demonstrate unwavering commitment and bravery, often facing dangerous situations to ensure the safety of Nova Scotians. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2014 Doug MacKenzie, Nova Scotia\u2019s Fire Marshal <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/em>\u201cThe Emergency Services Provider Fund is helpful to volunteer fire departments and ground search and rescue organizations throughout the province. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2014 Scott Hamilton, Chief, Kentville Volunteer Fire Department
<\/em>Quick Facts:
<\/strong>– types of equipment funded include rescue, water supply and personal protective equipment
– the program provides up to 75 per cent of eligible costs, up to a maximum of $20,000 per organization
– organizations can apply for funding every three years <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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