The Honourable Pleaman Forsey, Minister of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands, today announced over $531,000 in funding to support the purchase of a fire protection vehicle and fire equipment, reinforcing the Provincial Government’s commitment to safer communities throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.
The Provincial Government is investing:
- $444,349 for a new fire truck for the Pasadena Fire Rescue.
- $53,878 for fire equipment for the Steady Brook-Little Rapids Regional Fire Department.
- $21,345 for fire equipment for the Bay St. George’s South Volunteer Fire Department.
- $11,513 for fire equipment for the St. George’s Fire Department.
Minister Forsey was joined by Hal Cormier, MHA for St. George’s-Humber; Kevin Garnier, acting fire chief for Pasadena Fire Rescue; and representatives of the Steady Brook-Little Rapids Regional Fire Department, the Bay St. George’s South Volunteer Fire Department and the St. George’s Fire Department.
This investment will strengthen fire protection services on the province’s west coast, enhance emergency response capabilities and support volunteer fire departments in protecting residents and communities.
Budget 2026 provides more than $7 million to support volunteer fire departments through investments in equipment, supplies and training to help keep residents and communities safe.
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“Fires can be unpredictable, which is why it is so important that our communities and volunteer fire departments are well equipped and prepared to respond when needed. I am happy to provide this support to help strengthen fire protection services and keep our residents and visitors safe.”
Honourable Pleaman Forsey
Minister of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands
“Volunteer firefighters and fire departments play a vital role in keeping our communities safe. The funding announced today will go a long way to help support the residents of St. George’s-Humber. This investment helps ensure these dedicated volunteers have the fire equipment they need to continue protecting the people they serve each and every day.”
Hal Cormier
MHA St. George’s-Humber
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