To work with the community to keep it safe, you need fire and emergency services that reflect the community they serve. Diverse teams also make good problem solvers. Through diversity of thought, skill, experience and ability, you can expand your teamwork to help more people when they need it the most!

Bronnie Mackintosh’s TED Talk

“We do more than just fight fires”. Firefighter Bronnie Mackintosh explains that a diverse Fire and Rescue workforce, one that truly reflects the society we live in, is vital for our safety. As she says, “we are more effective in public safety when we look, speak & think like you”.