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Peterborough Fire Services has been awarded a $35,956 grant from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada® to enhance its lifesaving capabilities.
The funding was used to purchase Paratech Lifting Bags, equipment that allows first responders to safely lift and stabilize heavy objects during rescue operations. Fire Chief Chris Snetsinger said the new equipment will improve the department’s ability to quickly free trapped victims and enhance community safety during emergencies.
Since 2015, the Foundation has granted 369 awards to public safety organizations across Canada, providing over $4.1 million in lifesaving equipment. This year, 18 Canadian organizations received grants totaling more than $504,000.
For more information on the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada® or to donate, visit firehousesubs.ca/public-safety-foundation.
