Tri-county emergency service organizations receive nearly $270,000 in funding

In April, Municipality of Barrington volunteer firefighters, from left, Gordie Stoddard, Jason Shand, Jody Goreham and Greg Duggan checked out the pumps used to power the flow of water to large heavy-duty sprinkler heads that are part of the structural protection unit obtained through the provincial Regional Emergency Services Provider Fund. The latest round of recipients from the fund were announced Oct. 6. Photo by Kathy Johnson /Tri-County VanguardArticle contentTen organizations in the tri-counties were among the 100 recipients from across the province to receive funding through the provincial Emergency Services Provider Fund.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentFire departments, hazardous materials units, and ground search and rescue crews could receive up to $30,000 each to purchase emergency response equipment. It includes personal protective equipment, communications equipment, rescue tools, hazardous materials response equipment, water supply and suppression equipment, and emergency power systems.Article contentArticle contentArticle contentIndividual grants cover up to 90 per cent of the eligible project costs. Organizations can receive receive funding every two years.Article contentThe fund also offers regional funding for emergency response organizations and municipalities that work together on projects that strengthen emergency services across a broader geographic area and enhance regional preparedness, response and recovery efforts. Regional stream applications are open until Oct. 31.Article contentIn total, more than $2.75 million will support projects across the province that strengthen operational readiness and enhance emergency response capabilities.Article contentLocally, the following projects received funding:Article contentBarrington Ground Search and Rescue – Rescue equipment, rescue tools, medical equipment (defibrillators, backboards): $6,492.02.Article contentArticle contentDigby Ground Search and Rescue Team – Miscellaneous safety: $23,218.38.Article contentArticle contentEast Pubnico Fire Department – Bunker gear, boots, flash hoods: $30,000.Article contentQuinan & District Volunteer Fire Department – Rescue tools. Pump/tank skid units: $30,000.Article contentShelburne Volunteer Fire Department – Helmets: $30,000.Article contentWedgeport and District Fire Protection Association – Bunker gear and boots: $30,000.Article contentWest Pubnico Fire Protection Association – Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and accessories: $30,000.Article contentWestport Volunteer Fire Department – Pagers, SCBA interface equipment: $30,000.Article contentWeymouth Volunteer Fire Department – SCBA and accessories, hoses: $30,000.Article contentYarmouth Fire Department – Equipment, industrial washer/or dryer: $30,000.Article content