CFFCA FUNDRAISING

CFFCA FUNDRAISING PROGRAM

The CFFCA periodically conducts a telemarketing fundraising campaign to support our Provincial Associations and to assist with the costs of staging our annual National Championship.

In addition to supporting each Provincial Association and our Championship we also provide funding to various charities in Canada. In 2020 we donated $47,500 to Muscular Dystrophy Canada to help in their fight against neuromuscular disease; $40,000 to the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation, an organization created to honour and remember firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty and to support their families; and $40,000 to Food Bank Canada at a time when their services all across the country were much needed.

In 2023 we again supported Muscular Dystrophy Canada with a contribution of $75,000, bringing our total donated to MDC over the past 9 years to over $825,000. In addition, we allocated $10,000 to each Provincial Association to provide assistance to a charity or organization in their area. So far we have been able to help the following organizations across Canada:

 

At the 2023 Canadian Fire Fighters Curling Championship, the CFFCA donated $75,000 to Muscular Dystrophy Canada.

Prince Edward Island –

Resilient Minds (PEI Mental Health)   $5000

Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation $5000  

New Brunswick –
Atlantic Burn Camp $5000

N.B. Firefighters Peer Support Network $5000
NBFFCA President, Jason St.Peter presented a cheque to Brian Brown of the Provincial Fire Marshall’s office. The CFFCA along with the NBFFCA have partnered to deliver this sponsorship in the amount of $5,000 to assist with the Firefighter Peer Support Network.

Nova Scotia –

Canadian Red Cross NS wildfires – In June, 2023 the Nova Scotia Fire Fighters Curling Association made a donation of $5000 to the Canadian Red Cross NS wildfires. This year wildfires in our province were the worst in history with significant damage.   

The donation will be used in assisting those most impacted in the most affected areas by the wildfires in Nova Scotia.

The Government of Canada and the Government of Nova Scotia matched every dollar donated to the Canadian Red Cross – Nova Scotia wildfires. This means that our donation of $5000 became $15,000.

Pictured is Rebecca McLeod, Manager Community Engagement for the Canadian Red Cross and Mike Hennessy Director NSFFCA.

 

Nova Scotia –

Riverside Community Hall – Portapique $10000 – In Nova Scotia a donation of $10,000 was made to the Trustees of Riverside Community Hall. This group are refurbishing the Portapique Community Hall in memory of the victims from the shooting in April 2020.  Thirteen of the 22 deaths from the terrible tragedy resided in the small community of Portapique.

Pictured from left to right are NSFFCA Director: Mike Hennessy, Megan Netzke of the Portapique Community Hall Refurbishing Committee, and CFFCA President: Alan Sutherland. 

Manitoba –

Manitoba Fallen Firefighters Foundation $5000 -In November 2023, MFFCA Treasurer, Dan Michalchuk presents (R-L) Tom Bilous, President of the Manitoba Fallen Fire Fighters Foundation and UFFW members, Derek Balcaen and Robert Campbell a cheque for $5000 for the Manitoba Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

Manitoba –

Manitoba Fallen Firefighters Foundation $5000 –Alex Forrest being presented a cheque for $5000 for the Manitoba Fallen Firefighters Foundation in his capacity as President of this great Charity.  “Thank you Shayne Cormier and the Canadian Firefighters Curling Association- this organization has such a commitment to brotherhood and sisterhood in our profession and has given so much to so many charities over the years. Thank You!” – Alex Forrest

 

 

Louis Riel School Division Trust $5000 – The Canadian and the Manitoba Fire Fighters Curling Associations are proud to donate to the Louis Riel School Division Feeding the Families Initiative. Darcy Cormack, Assistant Superintendent, receives the donation cheque from the President of the Manitoba Fire Fighters Curling Association, Shayne Cormier.  

 

Southern Ontario

We donated $5000 each to Camp BUCKO ( Burn Camp for Kids in Ontario)
L-R Johnny Clare SOFFCA Director; Pat Hayter Camp BUCKO Director

Southern Ontario

We donated $5000 to the Wounded Warriors of Canada. ( to assist in providing a range of specialized mental health services, including prevention, crisis support and treatment to First Responders.)

Northern Ontario

Northwestern Ontario Camp Quality - $5000
Camp Quality Canada is a volunteer, non-profit, charitable organization that strives to improve the quality of life for children living with cancer through camps and year-round family support programs. We believe in improving the quality of life for children living with cancer, and for their families. We want them to find joy and hope through the healing power of laughter and optimism, shared experiences and ongoing support.

Northern Ontario

Thunder Bay Boys & Girls Club - $5000
TBB&GC believes all young people can grow into responsible, contributing and self-reliant members of society. Children and youth are at the center of everything they do. Through adventure, play and discovery, they encourage and empower them to develop healthy lifestyles, a life-long passion for learning, leadership and life skills and a sense of social responsibility

Alberta-

Edmonton Burn Treatment Society $5000
Alberta Director Trish Young presents Andy Dryer from Edmonton Burn Treatment Society a cheque for $5000 on behalf of the
CFFCA and AFFCA

Alberta-

Calgary Burn Treatment Society $5000

Saskatchewan –

On Saturday November 4th Ian Wainwright  had the honour of presenting a cheque to MS Canada, MS Bike for $5000 on behalf of the Canadian Fire Fighters Association and the Saskatchewan Fire Fighters Association, this money will help with research and help support the MS Bike ride that is held each year in Waskesui.
 
Pictured below is SFFCA Director Ian Wainwright (director SFFCA ), Quyn Larson MS representative, Charlotte Dubkowski , Reid Dubkowski and Abbey Dubkowski.  Reid had a team in the MS bike ride in Waskesui to help raise money for research and awareness.

Saskatchewan –

Crohn’s & Colitis $10000

On October 1st 2021, SFFCA Director, Ian Wainwright presented a cheque for $10,000 to Crohn’s and Colitis Canada. The CFFCA has partnered with the SFFCA to donate this money.

Pictured above is SFFCA Director, Ian Wainwright, SFFCA Director, Crohn’s and Colitis Canada Regina Chapter President, Jennifer Chami, Regina Fire Fighter, Jeff Gartner and Jeff’s daughter Leah.

Jeff’s daughter was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease a few years ago and is doing well with her treatment.  Jeff is a multiple Provincial and National Curling Champion and we could think of no better charity to donate the $10,000.
 

British Columbia –

BC Professional Firefighters Burn Fund $5000

BC Junior Curling Program $5000

 

Thank you to everyone who has supported our Association as it allows us to continue to support many worthwhile causes in Canada.

CFFCA Fundraising