Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece has announced funding for local fire departments in his riding.
In a release on April 15th, Pettapiece announced $62,000 in provincial funding to be split among eight local fire departments.
The funding is part of a "$5 million provincial investment to help municipal fire services respond to the local impact of COVID-19." The funding will go toward fire safety training and programs. It will also enhance in-person and online training access for firefighters.
The breakdown of funding to be split among Perth-Wellington fire departments is as follows:
Minto Fire Department - $6,700.00
North Perth Fire Department - $7,800.00
Perth East Fire Department - $7,600.00
St. Marys Town Fire Department - $6,300.00
Stratford Fire Department - $12,300.00
Wellington North Fire Services = $7,500.00
West Perth Fire Department - $6,700.00
Mapleton Fire Rescue - $7,100.00
“This is welcome news for our fire departments,” said Pettapiece. “I’ve said it time and again: small communities depend on our firefighters. Today’s announcement demonstrates our government’s ongoing commitment to support them.”
