(March 16, 2023, St. John’s) – Helen Conway Ottenheimer, MHA for Harbour Main, says she is proud to see unanimous support for the PC Official Opposition resolution calling for greater supports for the tireless efforts of volunteer firefighters throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.

“Volunteer firefighters are true community heroes, putting their personal lives to the side at the moment their community needs them most. Every day their heroics are on display throughout Newfoundland and Labrador,” said Conway Ottenheimer.

“As our population ages, it’s more and more difficult to find firefighters to volunteer their time to protect their communities. That’s why our resolution calls for further supports for volunteer fire departments throughout our province to help protect our communities.”

Conway Ottenheimer says there is a great need for greater supports for volunteer firefighters in our province.

“Greater supports would help reduce the costs individuals and departments face on a daily basis, help ensure a greater balance between personal life and firefighting responsibilities, and reduce the need for fundraising efforts to support these departments,” said Conway Ottenheimer.

“The heroes who put themselves forward to protect their communities need these supports to help them do their work. I’m pleased to see unanimous support for our initiative and we will expect to see Budget 2023 include these increased supports for community heroes throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.”

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