The Oakville Fire Department, in partnership with Fire Service Women Ontario, proudly hosted the Fire Service Women Ontario’s Annual Training Symposium, the largest in 15 years, from October 23 to 25.
During the event, over 200 attendees participated in hands-on training alongside classroom sessions tailored to empower and upskill women and allies in the fire service. It also provided networking opportunities, bringing together firefighters, fire prevention officers, dispatchers, training officers, and fire service professionals from across Canada and the United States.
Hosting this year’s symposium demonstrates the OFD’s commitment to excellence through diversity, and the Town’s commitment to building a community where everyone feels they belong. This event highlights the strength of OFD’s inclusive leadership in public safety and reinforces the importance of championing equity and opportunity for all.
Learn more about the symposium on the Fire Service Women Ontario’s website.
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“Hosting the Fire Service Women Ontario’s Annual Training Symposiym was an honour for our community. Welcoming such a passionate and skilled group of fire service professionals from across Canada filled the Town with pride and inspiration as we continue to create a livable and inclusive Town for all.”
– Mayor Burton
“This symposium demonstrated what the future of firefighting looks like; rigorous training, exemplary leadership, and a generation of women ready to lead from the front. It was an honour to host this year’s event, and we look forward to continuing to build capacity, confidence and connection at Oakville Fire.”
– Oakville Fire Chief Paul Boissonneault