Fire Fighters
Local heroes, every day
They give hope to thousands of Canadians with muscular dystrophy. They inspire generosity and bring awareness to neuromuscular disorders. They are our biggest supporters, and always have been.
Canadian Fire Fighters have played an integral role for Muscular Dystrophy Canada since 1954, when a group of parents with children who were affected by Muscular Dystrophy approached a Fire Department and requested assistance in raising funds. With the Fire Fighters leading the way, Muscular Dystrophy Canada conducted the first residential canvass in Toronto, and raised more than $200,000 for research. The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) pledged their continuing support “until a cure is found.”
Since that time, Muscular Dystrophy Canada has become a National Organization supported by more than 600 Fire Departments and Associations across Canada, who currently raise close to $3.2 million dollars annually – for a total of over $75 million since 1954.
We thank Fire Fighters for being our heroes every day, and for making a difference in the lives of people with neuromuscular disorders.
Click here to find out from Fire Fighters, why they are involved with Muscular Dystrophy Canada.
Firefighter News
Wednesday 06. of March 2013 Edmonton and Capital Region Fire Fighters Raise the Bar to the Roof
Monday 25. of June 2012 The 33rd Annual Mesachie Group Tournament success: $40,000!
Tuesday 29. of May 2012 Oliver Fire Department hosted 400 Volunteers
Tuesday 03. of April 2012 Prince George Fire Department raises $10,000 for Muscular Dystrophy Canada on their first Roof Top Campout!
Tuesday 03. of April 2012 The 33rd Annual Mesachi soft ball tournament is taking place this summer on Vancouver Island.
