​Township fire department receives Ontario fire protection grant

Huron-Kinloss Fire and Emergency Services will receive an Ontario government fire protection grant of $16,460.

In a report to council, Monday morning, Jan. 13, fire chief Jeff Bradley stated that the funds are to be used to support cancer-prevention efforts by municipal fire departments across Ontario.

The grant will assist fire departments in acquiring critical equipment to enhance firefighter health and safety, and minor infrastructure at the local level. Funding is available for such projects as new equipment and supplies, personal protective gear, and minor facility improvements, including better Internet connectivity.

A bylaw was approved during the council session, Monday afternoon, Jan. 13, to execute the funding agreement

The township operates fire stations in Ripley and Lucknow.