VCOS Winter Newsletter

Our winter newsletter is now available. This issue's spotlight is Meaford (Ontario) Fire Department.

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Beyond Hoses & Helmets

Registration is now open for the BH&H: Putting the Pieces Together course in Rogers, AR on Feb 8-9.

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Surviving the Job Webinar Series

Register today for a 6 part webinar series exploring key information you need to know when it comes to firefighter cancer risk reduction.

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You're the Fire Chief; Now What? Webinar Series

Register today for this 2 part webinar series discussing the duties, responsibilities and questions to ask during the first 100-days as the new or interim fire chief.

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Using Case Studies to Aid Professional Development

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A lesson on relationships.

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You're the Fire Chief; Now What? Guidance for New and Interim Fire Chiefs Part 1

January 28, 2020 Online
VCOS board member Chief Al Yancey will discuss the challenges of transitioning into becoming a new or interim fire chief.
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You're the Fire Chief; Now What? Guidance for New and Interim Fire Chiefs Pt 1

January 28, 2020 Online
VCOS board member Chief Al Yancey will discuss the challenges of transitioning into becoming a new or interim fire chief.
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Mentoring II: Developing and Retaining Firefighters Through Relationships

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Information and resources for developing mentoring skills

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About VCOS

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