Since 1978, the BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund has built a powerful and recognizable mission, philosophy, and brand inspired by our community of fire fighters across BC. Our goal remains the same: to better the lives of burn survivors in BC and the Yukon and promote prevention to reduce the instances of these injuries from occurring. We are proud of our 44 - year history and how we’ve grown to what we are today.
The Burn Fund was innovative throughout an unprecedented 2 plus years of the COVID pandemic and adapted to deliver on virtual programs and fundraise through new campaigns such as the the Bright Nights 50:50.
We gratefully acknowledge the support in bringing the Burn Fund’s mission to life - our Board of Directors, staff team, fire fighter Locals, healthcare professionals, volunteers, counsellors, donors and sponsors.
BC Children’s Hospital has received a boost of $1 million from the BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund to support and care for young patients with burn injuries in the province.
President Gord Ditchburn says, “We are now back to in-person sessions, operating in Hybrid AGM and I am happy to announce that Burn Camp is back to an in-person camp! And, it was an amazing morning today, as the Board of Directors made a decision earlier in the year to continue the journey in supporting burn survivors with a $1 Million gift, adding to our long standing commitment we made some forty plus years ago.
Executive Director, Jeff Sauve goes on to say, “Today is an exciting day as not only is it our AGM but this morning we were able to strengthen our relationship with BC Children’s Hospital Foundation with a commitment of $1 million dollars. These funds will allow Children’s Hospital to remain at the forefront of burn care for children.”
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Secretary Treasurer Todd Schierling says, “ The support would not be possible without the tremendous support of our fire fighter Locals across the province. A huge Thank you to all Locals for your commitment year-round - through volunteering, promoting our campaigns, hosting fundraisers, and for your continued generosity at Burn Camp Kickoff and the Bright Nights VIP Party.
The many burn survivor programs, events, and campaigns would not be possible without our dedicated Burn Fund family who are committed to caring. You are all making a positive difference in many people’s lives. A sincere thank you goes out to each and every one of you.
Board of Director Terms Expired:
4 Directors by Re-Appointment: President Gord Ditchburn, Secretary Treasurer Todd Schierling, Hospital Liaison Rep Lois Budd and myself.
4 Directors were re-lected Elected to 2 year terms: Ray Boucher, Pat Barton, Kirk Corby, Umesh Lal.