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Eberline Geiger Counter-1950s

1910's - One of the First Badges Issued by Toronto Fire Department

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The SS Noronic Fire - September 1949

Toronto Fire Dept Book - Grain and Storage Fire 1902

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The Orient Trader Fire - July 21st, 1965 (3rd Alarm)

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Guardians of Fire Service History. Share your Toronto Fire History with us at info@torontofirehistory.com
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During the Yellow Truck days, Scarborough Fire had

During the Yellow Truck days, Scarborough Fire had the most unique colourization of fire apparatus in the Metro Toronto area. SFD ran yellow fire apparatus from the early 1970s until the late 1980’s when trucks started coming in the new Red bodies with white over red cabs. This 1984 Mack Thibault mid mount Aerial #3 ran out of Hall 3 on Warden just south of Eglinton. Now Toronto Fire Services Station 222.

Photo by Keith Hanley
October 29th, 1989

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Lest we forget. Thank you to all those who served

Lest we forget. Thank you to all those who served and sacrificed, and to those who do so now. Words can never describe the gratitude we owe, but it means the world to those of us to enjoy our freedoms now.

“In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Sacred heard amid the guns below

We are the dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved, and were loved, and now we lie
In Flanders fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.”
John McCrae

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Join us to celebrate Scarborough Fire Department’s 100th Anniversary! Enjoy a short ceremony with guest speeches, a ceremonial cornerstone re-dedication, and a display of the original trowel used to build the first firehall. Bring the family — kids’ balloons and fire helmets, anniversary swag for sale, and a fundraising BBQ will be available. Come honor a century of service and community — everyone welcome.

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Former TFD 12 Hall at 160 Boulton Ave, Riverdale.

Former TFD 12 Hall at 160 Boulton Ave, Riverdale. Circa 1920s, featuring the 1924 ALF Type 33 Tiller. 12 Hall served from 1884 until replaced in 1932 by the hall at 840 Gerrard St E. Today it’s Station 324.
Do you recognize any of the firefighters in this photo or have more info? Leave a comment below — any leads or stories welcome!

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Brand new Pump 332 gets pushed back in to the hall

Today marks the 76th Anniversary of one of the wor

Today marks the 76th Anniversary of one of the worst naval tragedies in Canadian History. The SS Noronic, a Canadian passenger ship known as the “Queen of the Lakes,” caught fire and sank in Toronto Harbour on September 17, 1949. The fire started around 2:30 am in a linen closet on C Deck. Although crew members attempted to put out the fire, it quickly spread throughout the ship, fuelled by the lemon-oil-polished wood paneling that lined the ship’s interior.
The fire resulted in 119 deaths, all of whom were passengers. Contributing factors to the fire included the lack of working fire hoses, the crew’s inadequate fire training, and the ship’s design, which featured exits on only one deck. The disaster led to the implementation of more stringent safety regulations for ships on the Great Lakes.

📸 Photos are a collection from the Toronto Archives, Toronto Star, Norman James

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1899 TFD Annual Report The Fire Chief’s Annual

1899 TFD Annual Report

The Fire Chief’s Annual Report: More Than Just Numbers!
Every year, Toronto Fire Services releases a vital Annual Report – a deep dive into the calls we respond to, types of incidents, total loss costs, and tons of other key data. It’s all about transparency and showing you the incredible work being done to keep our city safe!

But what about the past? We’re fortunate to have a copy of the 1899 TFD Annual Report in the Toronto Fire Historical Society’s collection! Imagine the stories & insights hidden within those pages from over a century ago! It connects us to our roots & helps us understand how far we’ve come.

Follow us to learn more about this treasure & other pieces of #TorontoFireHistory!

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Thank you John, from the start you’ve helped cr

Thank you John, from the start you’ve helped create the foundation of the Historical Society. We would not be where we are today without your work and effort and the wealth of knowledge and experience you’ve brought in to our organization. We wish you a long and happy retirement!

THE MACK IS BACK! The historical society is pleas

THE MACK IS BACK! The historical society is pleased to aquire former TFD Pump 19. A 1947 Mack LS95. After searching for the last few years we were fortunate to find it and lucky to be able to aquire it.
Now the hard part raising funds to get it restored and bring back that beautiful Mack grill in all it chrome glory. Follow the link in our bio to donate.
We also want to send a massive
THANK YOU to Ainey Haulage for providing the trailering to get it moved.

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A Special Thanks To Toronto Fire Services, and The Toronto Professional Firefighters Association For Their Continued Support