Provincial Funding for Local Fire Departments
First-responder organizations in Guysborough County and across Nova Scotia will be able to purchase necessary safety equipment with a $1.4 million investment from the province.
“First responders have an essential role in the safety of our communities, and we thank them for their dedication and commitment,” said Premier Stephen McNeil in making the announcement Tuesday morning. “Many of these organizations are supported by volunteers, who put countless hours into training and responding to emergencies. This funding will help ensure they have the tools and equipment to keep them safe.”
Eighty organizations are receiving funding under the program for 2019-2020, including the following local emergency services organizations:
- Chedabucto Fire Dept., $17,156
- East River St. Mary's Fire Dept., $20,000
- Eastern Shore Ground Search & Rescue, $7,943
- Erinville and District Volunteer Fire Dept., $5,432
- Goshen and Area Volunteer Fire Dept., $20,000
- Mulgrave Volunteer Fire Dept., $20,000
- Sherbrooke and Area Volunteer Fire Dept., $20,000
- St. Mary's & District Firemen's Assoc. $20,000