CONGRATULATIONS to AC Dino Garofalo on his promotion to CAPTAIN!! Today Captain Garofalo works his first official shift in his new role. 👏🎉

With our summer campaign in full swing, we are seeing lots of different devices in residents' homes. 🚨BUYER BEWARE 🚨 We understand that when replacing or upgrading devices, there are many options that can make the process overwhelming. We encourage you to shop in-store rather than online. There, you will have assistance and peace of mind knowing the devices on the shelves are approved for use in Canada. What you choose online may not meet our Provincial/National safety standards, or the code requirements for your home. Have more questions? Check out our website for education and contact info. See link in our bio. @KiddeSafety @KiddeCanada @ONFireMarshal @omfpoa @ONFireChiefs @FMPFSC @TownofNewmarket @Town_of_Aurora @NFPA

WELCOME TO THE TEAM: Alanna, Anthony, Sam, and Justin! Our 2026 Smoke Alarm Campaign Team have officially completed their first day of training with us. 📖 Soon they will be on the road coming to a neighbourhood near you. 🏠 These four are passionate about helping you make your home safe, answering your questions, and brightening your day. They are so excited to start. 🎉 Call us to book a FREE appointment for a home visit: 905-895-9222, or email [email protected] @TownofNewmarket @Town_of_Aurora

Each year Central York Fire Services along with volunteers proudly raise funds for United Way Greater Toronto! Thank-you to all the organizers and volunteers for making this such a great success. ⭐️SATURDAY June 20⭐️ 10am-2pm STATION 4-5 (300 Earl Stewart Dr) @UWGreaterTO

🫧TOMORROW 🫧 CARWASH FOR UNITED WAY 📍STATION 4-5 (300 Earl Stewart Dr, Aurora) ⌚️10am-2pm Check out our event here on Facebook and send the invite to anyone you think might be interested in coming by. We hope to see you there! @Town_of_Aurora @TownofNewmarket

Congratulations to our 2026 Recruits on their graduation from our CYFS Recruit Training. This week they move forward to active duty integrating with our crews. Welcome to the CYFS team! Check out this video recap of their graduation ceremony last week! @TownofNewmarket @Town_of_Aurora

CONGRATS to Platoon Chief John Hopkinson on his RETIREMENT! 🎉 PC Hopkinson is retiring with over 35 years in the Fire Service. John started his career as a volunteer firefighter for the Aurora Fire Department in March of 1991. He then became a full-time firefighter in 1996 for Aurora. In 2002, John joined CYFS and was then promoted to Captain in 2003. He worked his way up to the position of Platoon Chief in 2020. After 35 years of service, supporting two Fire Departments, his last day on shift with CYFS will be Sunday March 29, 2026. Thank you for your service Chief, enjoy the next chapter! @TownofNewmarket @Town_of_Aurora @cypffa

Chief Fire Prevention Officer Schell visits Newmarket Home Hardware 🚒 The frequency of fires that start in the garage is rising. These fires can spread quickly and breach into the home without you knowing - Fortunately, Canadians now have access to residential Heat Alarms. For added protection, install a heat alarm in your garage. These alarms are best suited for areas where dust or fumes are commonly present, like your garage or attic space. Visit your local hardware store and ask customer service whether these are in stock or require a special-order. Learn more about these life-saving devices here: cyfs.ca/smoke-and-carbon-mon… @TownofNewmarket @Town_of_Aurora @cypffa @omfpoa @ONFireMarshal @ONFireChiefs @FMPFSC

Are you or someone you know considering a career in the Emergency Services? This is the event you don't want to miss! Learn more here: cyfs.ca/annual-inspire-event @Town_of_Aurora @TownofNewmarket @YRP @YorkParamedics @OPP_HSD @ONFireChiefs @SenecaPoly @SenecaFire72 @ONFireMarshal @maddcanada @RoseOfSharon_YR @YorkPride

Today we were proud to present John Gignac of the Hawkins-Gignac Foundation with a donation of $1,470. This donation was possible by our generous residents who participated in our Fundraiser Dunk Tank at our Annual Open House. The Hawkins-Gignac Foundation focuses their efforts on educating communities across Ontario on the dangers of Carbon Monoxide. Thank you to our residents for their generosity! #HawkinsGignacFoundation #CarbonMonoxideAwareness @onfirechiefs @omfpoa @onfiremarshal @fmpfsc

CONGRATULATIONS to Captain Paul Horton on his retirement. Captain Horton has served his community with passion, kindness, and empathy from November 17, 1997 to his official retirement date of December 31, 2025. In addition to the community benefiting from his contributions, so have we. Captain Horton has worked tirelessly for us on our Union Executive. Whenever our members needed support, guidance, or comfort- we knew we could call Paul. He has impacted many lives in so many ways, we are all so grateful to have worked with him. Carrying on his legacy after he retires, is his son, (soon to be appointed an Acting Captain) Robert Horton here at CYFS. Thank you to Paul and the Horton family for sharing him with us for so long. We wish him all the fun and relaxation that retirement can bring!

Heat alarms in garages could become mandated – CTVNews ctvnews.ca/barrie/video/2025…