Connaught Volunteer Fire Department
6285 Frederickhouse Lake Road P0N 1A0 Connaught Station, ON, Canada

Please read through this post to find out information on burning permits for this year.

Do you know the tips and tricks of SAFE cooking? Here are some amazing tips to keep your house, and yourself safe while cooking up a delicious meal. These tips can even help you when making the simplest of meals. If you follow these simple tips you won’t ever need us to come to your home. Just by simply following even 1 of these tips will help you keep your home safe. We hope you all are having a satisfying Saturday and are having a wonderful Weekend!!

Monitor the weather conditions this week. Temperatures are to drop quickly as the sun goes down. Some night it may feel close to -40 degrees. It is encouraged to wear coats, toques, gloves, layer up, and socks. Be aware of young children and elders when in cold temperatures as they are more susceptible to the freezing conditions. We hope you all have a wonderful Wednesday!

Alert Purple Heroin - Purp Non-opioid substances Any drug may contain other deadly substances... There has been an increase in suspected opioid overdoses. There are reports of drugs laced with powerful opioids. Substance may come in different colours and textures. Fentanyl and carfentanil can be fatal in very small doses. Fentanyl and carfentanil cannot be detected by sight, smell or taste. In Case of Overdose: SHOUT their name and SHAKE their shoulders. CALL 9-1-1 if unresponsive. GIVE NALOXONE: 1 spray into nostril (or inject 1 vial or ampoule into arm or leg). PERFORM CHEST COMPRESSIONS. IS IT WORKING? If no improvement after 2-3 minutes, repeat steps 3 & 4. Stay with them. If You Use Substances: Don’t use alone. Test small amount first. Avoid mixing substances. Carry a naloxone kit. If you or someone you know uses substances, get a free naloxone kit at any Porcupine Health Unit office and at most pharmacies.

*Disclaimer* NO REAL HUMANS WERE INJURED DURING THIS DEMONSTRATION! ONLY DUMMIES WERE USED. This video is a great example of why you should wear your seat belt while driving. Even if you’re only going for a drive down the street. Anything can happen, at any time, to anyone. Wear your seat belt and make sure you come home to your families. ... We hope you are all having a thriving Thursday!! #BellLetsTalk