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Vancouver Fire Fighters Local 18

Vancouver Fire Fighters Local 18

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Vancouver Fire Fighters Local 18

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Vancouver's BRAVEST,
Always REady to Step Up

IAFF Local 18 is the union representing 880 fire fighters in Vancouver, BC. The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) has been advocating for fire fighter rights and safety worldwide for a century. We proudly stand for our members and work with IAFF and IAFF Canada on issues impacting fire fighters across North America.

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A Story of Courage, Survival, and Gratitude Two y

A Story of Courage, Survival, and Gratitude

Two years ago, our brother, fire fighter Massimo Cerantola, faced a life-changing moment. While responding to a car fire off duty, across the street from his house, an explosion left him with second and third-degree burns covering 41% of his body. But thanks to the incredible care at Vancouver General Hospital’s BC Professional Firefighters’ Burn Unit, Massimo’s strength and resolve, and the support of his family, friends, and colleagues, he’s back doing what he loves — serving his community as a fire fighter.

Massimo is sharing his powerful story of survival and gratitude to highlight the life-saving work happening at VGH and to support the VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation’s Angel Campaign.

🎄 This holiday season, you can make a difference for patients like Massimo by supporting the specialized burn care, advanced treatments, and cutting-edge equipment that saved his life.

👉 Read Massimo’s full story and learn how you can be an angel for patients in need through the link in our bio.

Thank you for supporting this vital cause and for helping heroes like Massimo get back to doing what they do best — protecting our community.

📷 @vghfdn

#VanFireFighters #BurnSurvivor #AngelCampaign #FireFighterStory #EverydayHeroes

Check out this tip! The business end of Vancouver'

Check out this tip! The business end of Vancouver's ladder trucks are packed with tools that do a lot more than reach new heights.

Control panels at the top of the ladder let our member operate the Monitor (nozzle) with pinpoint accuracy, ensuring maximum impact exactly where it’s needed. 💧

Bright lighting boosts visibility during night operations, and a hands-free communication systems keep our team connected with members on the ground for smooth coordination.

From top to bottom, every feature on ladder trucks are designed to keep Vancouver safe!

#VancouverFireFighters #FireFighters #Vancouver #EverydayHeroes #FireTruck

🔥 Hey Vancouver fire fighters! Today’s the FI

🔥 Hey Vancouver fire fighters! Today’s the FINAL day to submit your magnificent moustaches for the IAFF Local 18 Movember Moustache Face-Off!

We've already seen some incredible submissions, but we know there are more 'staches out there just waiting to shine. Don’t hold back—whether it’s your own, a teammate’s, or a group effort, all 'staches are created equal.

📸 Snap it. Send it. Show it off!
Let’s see who’s got the ultimate fire fighter ‘stache! 💪👨‍🚒

Submit through the link in our bio.

#Movember #StacheGameStrong #Vancouver #VancouverFireFighters

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