Firefighter training grant received for Taber

Southern Alberta Newspapers

Local fire services in Taber will benefit from firefighter training grants to help keep residents safe.

When Albertans need them the most, firefighters are always there for them. Whether it’s battling fires, clearing accident scenes or providing emergency care, firefighters protect and preserve the safety of Alberta’s communities. 

To bolster support for protecting and preserving the safety of the province’s communities, Alberta’s government is investing more than $1 million through the Fire Services Training Program Grant to support more than 65 local fire services across Alberta. Through this investment, Taber is receiving $15,065 to help keep residents safe. 

“I am glad that Alberta’s government continues to support keeping rural emergency services up-to-date on training to keep our communities safe,” said Taber-Warner MLA Grant Hunter.

The first to respond in an emergency is often a community’s local fire service, which makes it critical that local firefighters in Taber receive training that is reflective of industry best standards and fits the needs of the communities they serve. The funding provided to Taber through the Fire Services Training Program Grant will help do just that by supporting them in delivering a wide range of training for their firefighters.

“Firefighters put their lives on the line to protect us, and we’re making sure they have the training they need to do their jobs safely and effectively. Well-trained fire services are essential to keeping our communities safe, and these grant investments will help firefighters respond with skill and confidence when Albertans need them most,” said Ric McIver, Minister of Municipal Affairs.

—All municipalities, First Nations and Metis Settlements in Alberta are eligible applicants.

—In Alberta, municipalities are responsible for determining fire service needs for their community, including local fire service levels and organization, budgets, and training.