Canada's fire chiefs to press Ottawa for money after worst-ever wildfire season
Fire chiefs from across the country will be in Ottawa this week to warn the federal government that a lack of staff, coordination and equipment will “severely impact” firefighter’s ability to deal with next year’s wildfire season.
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Fire chiefs from across the country will be in Ottawa this week to warn the federal government that a lack of staff, coordination and equipment will “severely impact” firefighter’s ability to deal with next year’s wildfire season.