Honoring Calgary's Bravest: A Heartfelt Memorial

In a moving tribute, Calgary added four firefighters to the Fallen Firefighter Memorial today. Since 1885, the city has lost 81 heroes, celebrated annually at the Police Officers and Firefighters Tribute Plaza. This year's solemn ceremony remembered Captain Allan Borbridge, Fire Marshal Les McMillan, Captain John T. West, and Captain Ron Forrest, whose service ended due to cancer from occupational exposure. Mayor Jyoti Gondek, city officials, and families paid their respects as the Memorial Bell tolled. Chief Steve Dongworth emphasized Calgary Fire's commitment to safer firefighting practices through annual cancer screenings and wellness initiatives. It's a poignant reminder of their bravery and an urgent call to enhance safety measures. Why this matters? It highlights the sacrifices made by those who keep us safe and underscores the need for ongoing safety reform.

Source: https://newsroom.calgary.ca/four-calgary-firefighters-added-to-list-of-fallen-at-annual-memorial-service/