FIREWELL team members presented research at different firefighter conferences this fall: Fire-Rescue Canada 2024, Montreal, September 24, 2024. Stretton S, Campbell Bromhead R, MacDermid J. App-based Peer Support: Implementation of PeerOnCall in the Fire Service (podium). Canadian InstituteRead More
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Dr. Joy MacDermid invested into the Order of Ontario
FIREWELL founder and Scientific Director, Dr. Joy MacDermid, was formally invested into the Order of Ontario--the highest honour of the province--on Oct 28th. Dr. MacDermid works with firefighters and Veterans to understand and manage the physical and mental injuries thatRead More
FIREWELL team contributes to OAFC’s new peer support program evaluation
The FIREWELL team is happy to be part of the evaluation of the new peer support program for the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC)! To learn more about the OAFC's new peer support program: click here Read More
The Dispatch: July 2024
The July 2024 issue of The Dispatch is now available. In this issue: - FIREWELL research: work limitations, heart disease - other research: toxic exposures, musculoskeletal health, fitness, and mental health To read newsletter: click here To view newsletter archive:Read More
The Dispatch: May 2024
The May 2024 issue of The Dispatch is now available. In this issue: - FIREWELL research: mental health, work limitations, cardiac events, shoulder disorders - other research: cancer, insomnia and mental health, and fitness in firefighters To read newsletter: clickRead More
The Dispatch: April 2024
The April 2024 issue of The Dispatch is now available. In this issue: - FIREWELL research: mental health, work limitations, cardiac events, shoulder disorders - other research: cancer, toxic exposures, cardiovascular health To read newsletter: click here To view newsletterRead More
Dr. Joy MacDermid presented at FSWBC Symposium
Dr. Joy MacDermid, FIREWELL Scientific Director, presented at the inaugural Fire Service Women BC's Symposium on April 6, 2024 in Langley, BC. Read More
The Dispatch: March 2024
The March 2024 issue of The Dispatch is now available. In this issue: - FIREWELL research: mental health, work limitations, cardiac events, shoulder disorders - other research: mental health, bone & joint disorders, cognitive functioning To read newsletter: click hereRead More
The Dispatch: February 2024
The February 2024 issue of The Dispatch is now available. In this issue: - FIREWELL research studies (work limitations, cardiovascular events, shoulder disorders) seeking participants - other research: musculoskeletal health, mental health, respiratory health To read newsletter: click here ToRead More
The Dispatch: January 2024
The January 2024 issue of The Dispatch is now available. In this issue: - FIREWELL recognitions and research on work limitations and cardiac events - other research: occupational tasks and demands; cardiovascular and musculoskeletal health To read newsletter: click hereRead More
Dr. Joy MacDermid appointed to the Order of Ontario
Congratulations to Dr. Joy MacDermid, FIREWELL Scientific Director, on her appointment to the Order of Ontario! Dr. MacDermid was recognized for her amazing accomplishments and contributions to research. Her health research with firefighters, other public safety personnel, and Veterans hasRead More
Holiday Closure: Dec. 18, 2023 to Jan. 2, 2024, inclusive
The FIREWELL Coordinating Centre will be closed from December 18, 2023 to January 2, 2024. We will respond to inquiries when we re-open on January 3, 2024. Read More