FIRE SERVIcE ASSOCIATION
OF NOVA SCotiA
The Fire Service Association of Nova Scotia is dedicated to provide leadership and representation to the fire service, government, private sector and citizens of Nova Scotia by developing, evaluating and communicating policy and programs through consultation, research and education in the matters of fire and public safety.
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After 12 months, any information posted here such as new protocols, links to services will be transitioned into a permanent place on this website. For example, Uniform Protocol can now be found under : "Documents & Forms > Standards". OR a link to the First Responder Mental Health has now been moved to our "Links" section under "Resources"
Mental Wellness
If you need help, seek help.
For assistance, the fire service has a number of options:
Our provincial CISM team is available to assist after any line of duty critical incident by calling 1-800-559-3473 - https://www.nsfirecism.ca/
The Nova Scotia Mental Health Crisis Line 1-888-429-8167 is available for any of your mental health concerns. - https://novascotia.ca/mental-health-and-wellbeing/
Check with your fire department insurance provider for any programs or support they can offer.
If your department has a Fire Chaplain or similar position this might be a great first step.
Reminder, most Doctor’s offices are still open!
Remember 211 is a great tool to find services and programs including mental health assistance https://ns.211.ca/
Wellness Canada Mental Health Portal: https://ca.portal.gs/?lang=en-ca
Recognize how you are feeling
Take care of yourself
Stay connected
Maintain perspective
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SCHEDULING CLASS 3 ROAD TESTS
We value Nova Scotia’s volunteer firefighters and recognize the important role they play in our communities. We understand the operational challenges of getting members road tested, especially when taking a truck out of service to travel to an Access NS location. With this in mind, I wanted to share that Departments or their members can reach out to the Registrar of Motor Vehicles (Department of Public Works) directly to coordinate road tests when they are required. As much as possible, they will work with you to organize accommodations as needed, including group testing, and potentially weekend examinations. For specific requests for accommodations for members of volunteer fire departments, please reach out to Cara Carruthers at cara.carruthers@novascotia.ca for assistance.