Thank you to the members of Union Bay Fire Rescue, Chief Ian Ham, Capt. Marty McRae, Lt Rikk Buijs, FF Alexis Royer, FF Roberts, FF R Jeffery and Gloria Royer. The members and Gloria came out in the early morning hours of March 2, 2023 to support the Wounded Warrior runners with department vehicles and provide part of an escort through the Union Bay Fire Protection Area.

CV Emergency Program
Casualty Simulation Makeup Training for Air Disaster Exercise (space is limited)

Have you ever wanted to learn the art of makeup for simulation purposes – just like in the movies?

Moulage is the art of casualty simulation makeup. This moulage training is being offered by St John Ambulance over three consecutive evenings (April 3, 4 and 5th – 6:00-9:00 PM) to support the CFB Comox/19 Wing and CV Airport full-scale Air Disaster Exercise (April 11th).

Moulage Training – April 3, 4 and 5th – 6:00-9:00 PM:

• • Session 1 – learn about the type of make-up that is being used, safe practices and bloodborne pathogens, followed by a practical session on “getting to know your moulage kit”
  • Session 2 – make up for shock, smoke inhalation, minor wounds, and road rash.
  • Session 3 –  major lacerations, deformity, broken bones, and burns.

 Air Disaster Exercise – April 11, 0600 AM-12:00 PM:

• • Application of moulage makeup on exercise ‘casualties’ (priority 1, 2 and 3)

Registration:  By registering, you are committing to attend all three (3) training sessions AND full participation in moulage application on the day of the exercise day.  Space is limited.

To register please email info@comoxvalleyep.ca and include your full name, email address and telephone number.

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The CVEP Team.,
Comox Valley Emergency Program (CVEP)
Comox Valley Regional District
770 Harmston Avenue, Courtenay, BC V9N 0G8
Tel: 250-334-6096

The Comox Valley Regional District respectfully acknowledges the land on which it operates is on the unceded traditional territory of the K’ómoks First Nation, the traditional keepers of this land.

Amateur Radio Course – Updated Email Address

Join the Comox Valley Emergency Radio Communications Team

Would you like to be involved during an emergency or disaster affecting the Comox Valley? You can do that by volunteering becoming a radio operator with the Comox Valley Emergency Program (CVEP) and attending an amateur radio course in March.

Imagine a situation where you’re experiencing a major disaster and there’s no phone service or electrical power. It may be difficult to know what to do in those situations, but as a volunteer emergency radio operator with CVEP you will have the necessary skills and knowledge to respond.

“This is a great opportunity to become involved in the community and understand the basics of radio communications and the use of amateur radio”, explains Howie Siemens, Manager of Emergency Programs. “If you already use amateur/ham radio and have experience, we would love to hear from you.”

Join the Emergency Radio Communication Team for an amateur radio course happening every Sunday in March, starting March 5, 2023.

Amateur Radio Course – Comox Valley Emergency Program (CVEP)

Each Sunday in March (5, 12, 19, 26)

9:00am to 3:30pm each day

Final test on March 26, 2023

To register, email info@comoxvalleyep.ca or call 250-334-6000 and ask for the Comox Valley Emergency Program.

The Comox Valley Regional District is a federation of three electoral areas and three municipalities operating on the unceded traditional territory of the K’ómoks First Nation, the traditional keepers of the land. The members of the regional district work collaboratively on providing sustainable services for the benefit of the diverse urban and rural areas of the Comox Valley.

Union Bay Fire Rescue held its annual Fire Fighter Awards and Community Appreciation banquet on Saturday Dec 3, 2022. The event was held at the Union Bay Community Centre. Included in the celebrations were retired honorary fire fighters, CVRD Manager of Community Services Doug DeMarzo, retired CVRD Fire Services Manager James Bast, and Oyster River Fire Rescue Chief Bruce Green. CVRD Area A Director Daniel Arbour sent his regrets.

The banquet serves as an opportunity to recognize the department member’s long-standing service and outstanding commitment.

Click here to see awards

MISSION STATEMENT:

The Union Bay Fire Rescue is committed to providing professional, efficient and effective services to all residents and visitors of Union Bay. Our mission will be accomplished through training, education and fire prevention. When called upon; we will….

• Provide a rapid and professional response to a emergency
• Attempt to minimize loss of life and property from fire, or disaster
• Show compassion for those involved
• Be committed to protection of the environment