The Moose Jaw Fire Department is getting a boost, thanks to Gibson energy.
On Nov. 27, Gibson Energy presented a cheque for $25,000 to the MJFD.
“Gibson Energy is proud to be a member of the Moose Jaw community and we remain committed to all the communities in which we operate,” said Clayton Leavitt, manager of operations at Gibson Energy.
The funds will be used for training purposes. This specialized training will combine classroom presentations and hands-on field exercise. It will teach firefighters how to resolve emergencies involving exterior fires at an industrial facility like the refinery.
The fire department already works with Gibson Energy on emergency response exercises.
“When we heard about an opportunity to help our friends in the Moose Jaw Fire Department enhance their training and response qualifications for fighting industrial fires, we jumped at the chance to participate,” added Leavitt.
Fire Chief Rod Montgomery says he appreciates Gibson’s ongoing support.
“On behalf of the Moose jaw Fire Department, we are very appreciative. This gives us an opportunity to keep our skills where they need to be,” said Fire Chief Rod Montgomery. “We have a long history of this partnership with the refinery — this is just a more formal process. We are really appreciative of this.”
Gibson Energy has donated $140,000 to the community this year.
