Stacey Hemstock's outstanding contributions as a leader, mentor, and trailblazer embody this award’s spirit, making her an exemplary choice to receive this honour.
Communications Acting Supervisor Kristen Whittall embodies the mission of FSWO through her outstanding efforts in Educating, Empowering, and Encouraging her colleagues. She has made a remarkable impact on fire service communications and is an inspiring advocate for women in our profession.
Deputy Chief Debbie Higgins is the winner of this year's FSWO President's Trailblazer Award. Her drive for innovation and inclusion have made a lasting impact on our profession and community.
Fire Service Women Ontario is honoured to recognize the Vice-President of the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs and Rama Fire Rescue Service Chief Jeremy Parkin for his exceptional contributions with the 2024 FSWO Diversity and Inclusion Award.
Fire Service Women Ontario is launching a spring 2024 membership campaign for Ontario fire departments. Benefits of membership include training and development opportunities, networking, advocacy for gender equity, and membership. Affordable memberships are available for departments of all sizes.
In the next year, I will work to further the FSWO mission to educate, empower and encourage women in the Ontario fire service.