First Aid for Opioid Poisoning Emergencies

In the First Aid for Opioid Poisoning Emergencies course, you will become knowledgeable and confident in how to respond to an opioid poisoning emergency, including how to administer nasal naloxone. You will learn more about opioids and naloxone and how they affect the body and will explore ways to reduce the influence of stigma. 

You will receive a free nasal naloxone kit upon completion of the course.

Click on the link below to enroll and complete the course.

First Aid for Opioid Poisoning Emergencies

Meet our Members: Recruit Tyler Dakin

This week on "Meet our Members", we interview new Recruit Ty Dakin.

Was there a specific event or reason for you to be interested in becoming a firefighter with Comox Fire Rescue?

Teamwork, hard work and dedication. Recently over the past few years I have been the first on scene to several events where an individual has needed first aid intervention. Being unable to assist to my full capacity, has led me to pursue a position with the Comox Fire Rescue. Having the ability to help someone at anytime or any situation that arises will give me a great sense of purpose in life. As well, to be a role model for my children and anyone in the community.

Tell us a bit about your family.

I am a single father of three wonderful and happy kids, who are my everything. A 13 year old son named Max, an 8 year old Daughter named Stella and an almost 6 year old daughter named Isabelle.

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What is your regular “Day Job?

For the past 12 years I have worked for a large telecommunications company in their engineering department. My team and I are responsible for maintaining and upgrading the network, fiber optic infrastructure, microwave systems and cellular transport system on and off the Island.

Tell us about your passion in life.

My main passions are my children and being able to provide them with all the tools and skills to live a happy healthy life. When I do have free time I enjoy anything that gets me outside and active. Most days I will be at the gym, mountain biking, snowboarding,hiking,trail running, golfing, fishing and many other recreational activities. 

I enjoy travelling and hope to do more in the years to follow.

Tell us about the most amazing thing you have experienced so far in life.

Besides the birth of my 3 children.  I have had the opportunity to live and work overseas building sound and video systems in music venues and arenas. I have also had the opportunity to visit the Arctic on an expedition to remove an oil exploration camp. Also, one of my proudest moments was being accepted to Comox Fire Rescue, which has been a life long dream of mine.

Do you have any fire service goals? - if so what? 

Yes, to excel as a firefighter here at Comox Fire Rescue and serve the community as much as possible. I hope to make a difference in our amazing community in any shape or form. As well to be trained and ready to be deployed out to help with wildfires anywhere in our province or abroad. If life allows, I would love to be a full time firefighter one day.

“Thank you joining our team at Comox Fire Rescue Ty.” says Comox Fire Rescue Chief, Gord Schreiner.  “We look forward to working and training with you.”

Meet our Members: Recruit Todd Fyfe

This week on "Meet our Members", we interview new Recruit Todd Fyfe.

Was there a specific event or reason for you to be interested in becoming a firefighter with Comox Fire Rescue?

Community service, team work and and my attraction to emergence response are the key reasons for joining at Comox Fire Rescue. I love the training, leadership and growth opportunities.

Tell us a bit about your family.

We are a busy family of four with dogs, 2 adult children and busy careers. Susan and I moved to Comox from Fernie as part of our promise to each other to stop shovelling as much snow.

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What is your regular “Day Job?

I work as a Realtor in the Comox Valley. I’m really comfortable educating people on the opportunities that Real Estate can provide for them. 

Tell us about your passion in life.

Family, travelling, dogs, camping, bikes (with and without motors), hiking and puttering around our property. I like to be busy. 

Tell us about the most amazing thing you have experienced so far in life.

The birth of both my children. It was truly life altering. 

Do you have any fire service goals? - if so what? 

I’m thrilled to be part of a great team with an outstanding Fire Department in Comox, where we want to remain a part of for a long time. 

“Thank you very much for joining Comox Fire Rescue Todd.” says Comox Fire Rescue Chief, Gord Schreiner.  “We look forward to training and working with you.”

Captain Bill Windram retires after 42 years with Comox Fire Rescue

Bill Windram started his career with Comox Fire Rescue on February 1, 1981, responding to thousands of calls and an incalculable number of training hours over the past 42 years.

On February 1, 2023, Windram will continue the tradition of taking his helmet home after an amazing fire service career.

Windram has been an integral part of the department, starting as a recruit in 1981, progressing to Lieutenant and Captain, training new firefighters, pump and driver training, all the while showing professionalism and pride in the fire service.

“I am proud to have worked alongside you and greatly appreciate your support and friendship over these years. I am sure our friendship will last forever.” says Comox Fire Rescue Chief, Gord Schreiner.

Windram also served as our Chairperson for the Comox Firefighters Association. His wisdom and solid contribution help guide the Comox Firefighters Association to become what it is today in helping and giving back to the community.

“You leave big boots to fill and although you will be greatly missed, I believe that others will step up and continue to build on your legacy.” says Schreiner.

Best wishes Bill on your retirement. You will be missed by all in the department and fire service. Congratulations to you on an amazing career and thank you for all your service to the Town of Comox and the Comox Fire Protection District.

Meet our Members: Firefighter Gino Tang

This week on "Meet our Members", we interview Firefighter Gino Tang.

Was there a specific event or reason for you to be interested in becoming a firefighter?

I was working in marketing and kept feeling like I had more to offer to the world. I happened to watch the movie “Only The Brave” and instantly knew what I wanted to do!

Tell us a bit about your family

I am the oldest of 3 in my family, I have a younger sister and brother who both live in Calgary. I now live in Comox with my girlfriend, Linley, and our two cats Kitten and Nyla.

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What is your regular “Day Job”

I work as a firefighter at CFB Comox.

Tell us about your passion in life.

In my time off from firefighting, I like to go mountain biking, skiing, and camping in my van!

Tell us about the most amazing thing you have experienced so far in life.

I would say good friendships! I have met so many amazing people who are always willing to lend a hand and have your back. I believe these relationships are invaluable and love all of the amazing things I get to do with friends.

Do you have any fire service goals?

I would like to continue to expand my skill set and learn as much as I can in order to protect my community to the best of my ability.

“Thank you for joining our team Gino.” says Comox Fire Rescue Chief Gord Schreiner. "Great people make for a great organization, and we look forward to working and training with you Gino."