Meet our Members: Firefighter Adam Guilderson

This week on "Meet our Members", we interview Firefighter Adam Guilderson

Tell us a bit about your family.

My wife Rebecca and I have been married for nearly 3 years. I have 2 sisters and 1 brother, my parents live in Castlegar. We grew up in Campbell River so the Island has always been home. I was ecstatic to be posted to Comox. We recently got a sweet dog named Zephy, which has been great.

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Was there a specific event that first interested you in becoming a firefighter?

One of my earliest memories was watching my father speed off to the number 2 hall in Campbell River. He served there for 15 years. He was my inspiration for joining. Later I joined Campbell River Fire Department and Quadra Island Fire Dept. I had a fantastic time and learned so much there. I am very grateful for the time I spent there and for this opportunity to join Comox Fire Rescue.

What is your regular “Day Job?

I work on the base as a CAF Firefighter. I have fantastic friends and get great training there. Couldn’t ask for a better day job!

What is your favourite part of being at Comox Fire Rescue?

So far I am enjoying how welcoming everyone has been. I am looking forward to all the great training I will get to take part in here. The facilities are awesome, but the best part is the tight community. I also love the fact that Comox Fire Rescue does so much for the community. I am excited to be able to be part of that. 

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

I want to become better at my job every day. In the future I plan to take more Officer courses, Hazmat tech, Fire inspector etc etc. I want to continue to grow and learn and become more proficient, confident and skilled at my job. I would love to do more wildland fire with Comox too at some point. There is a lot of wisdom and experience here and I am excited to learn more from everyone. 

“Thank you very much for joining our team.” says Comox Fire Rescue Chief, Gord Schreiner.  “Adam brings some great experience and training to our department, and we look forward to working with you.”

Comox Fire Rescue celebrates International Women’s Day

Comox Fire Rescue celebrates International Women’s Day

On March 8th, groups and individuals worldwide will unify to celebrate and support women's advancement on International Women’s Day.

The International Women’s Day 2023 campaign theme is: #EmbraceEquity

There are currently 9 members of Comox Fire Rescue that proudly serve the Town of Comox and the Area B Fire Protection District.

“Comox Fire Rescue is very lucky to have such amazing women as part of our department.” says Fire Chief, Gord Schreiner of Comox Fire Rescue. “The dedication and commitment to be a firefighter is very intense, and I am very proud to be able to work and serve with such great individuals.”

(Pictured left to right: Elsa Gilroy, Jessica Lariviere, Emma McKinney, Chantelle Zawila, Sacha Scott, Brynn Vandervaate, Tammy Blair. Missing from photo: Sophie Cloutier, Katya Luczanko, Kianna Csolle)

Meet our Members: Recruit Kianna Csolle

This week on "Meet our Members", we chat with new Recruit Kianna Csolle.

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

One of the members of Comox Fire Rescue helped me look for my keys that I lost while walking my dog. I mentioned I had recently moved to the area and was still looking for ways to get connected. He suggested I join Comox Fire Rescue as my experience as a paramedic would be useful.

Tell us a bit about your family.

I am the oldest of 3 kids and have a younger brother and sister. When I am with my siblings you instantly know we are related! I have an American Hairless Terrier puppy (yep that’s right, a fur baby without fur!) He is a hilarious little monster who loves to cuddle at the end of the day!

What is your regular “Day Job?

I work part-time as a Paramedic and as a Behaviour Consultant.

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Tell us about your passion in life.

I have a passion for helping others and want to make a difference in my community.

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

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

Swimming in the Indian Ocean at night with bioluminescence. Every time moved it was like little green fireworks exploded in the water

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

Saving a pet, and maybe one day driving a fire truck!

Meet our Members: Firefighter Mike Zgud

This week on "Meet our Members", we chat with newly joined Firefighter Mike Zgud.

Tell us a bit about your family.

We are a family of four plus a senior dog (Mango) my beautiful wife Laura and 2 daughters Indiana (9) and Tatum (6 months). We recently relocated from Pemberton to the Comox Valley.

What is your regular “Day Job?

I own and operate Comox Cell Repair, repairing cell phones and tablets. I have been in the cell phone repair industry since 2013.

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Tell us about your passion in life.

I enjoy doing a lot of outdoor activities, Mountain biking is my favourite. I also enjoy exploring the outdoors with my family, skiing, photography, paddle boarding and tinkering. 

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

Many incredible days skiing powder in Whistler, biking in Utah, surfing in Bali and solving the Rubik’s cube. 

Do you have any fire service goals?

My goal is to be a full time firefighter.  But in the meantime,  continuing training and keeping up with my certifications while gaining valuable experience.

“Thank you joining our team at Comox Fire Rescue Mike.” says Comox Fire Rescue Chief, Gord Schreiner.  “Welcome to the Comox Valley.”

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