Fire Fighting

Fire incidence rates for First Nations are more than double the rest of Canada. ­Monitored and sustainable funding can improve fire safety, response and education. [node:read-more:link]

The world’s total forest area is just over 4 billion hectares. Wildland Forest Fighters around the globe prepare and train to tackle the unique challenges of extinguishing these costly wildfires. [node:read-more:link]

The positive side of post-traumatic stress. Researchers have identified some individuals who appear to have have actually improved their psychological state after trauma. [node:read-more:link]

Emergency professionals tap into deep strengths daily when performing their duty, but What makes a leader? Leadership is defined by results, not attributes. It is a leader's ability to influence others that is most important.  [node:read-more:link]

Being exposed to ­traumatic situations almost daily, increases the prevalence of mental health issues and associated sleep disorders for those on the front line. [node:read-more:link]