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Community Helpers: A Visit With a Local Firefighter

Tuesday, March 10, 2015

Community Helpers: A Visit With a Local Firefighter - Fire Truck

As part of a Grade 1 project my son was given on community helpers, the two of us paid a visit to a local fire station here in Toronto. Because really, what better way to find out about a firefighter's job than from a firefighter, right? When we arrived, we were welcomed by fireman Ted who allowed my son to sit in the cab of the firetruck, showed him some of the special tools that they use and entertained his seemingly endless questions.

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It was great to be able to pay a visit and get a tour of the station. I found it really interesting to see a couple of old fire trucks there, too.

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  1. Hide C.March 9, 2015 at 11:26 PM

    My brother-in-law is a firefighter so my little guys have visited the fire station a few times. They love it!

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    1. Diana MancusoMarch 10, 2015 at 7:19 PM

      I can imagine. I think we should visit more often. Next time, I'll bring them some fresh coffee.

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  2. DarrahMarch 9, 2015 at 11:29 PM

    Looks like FUN! My son is 4 and would LOVE to tour...

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    1. Diana MancusoMarch 10, 2015 at 7:19 PM

      It was great because we could stop by any time during the day.

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  3. csuhpat1March 9, 2015 at 11:35 PM

    Looks like fun and educational.

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    1. Diana MancusoMarch 10, 2015 at 7:20 PM

      My son had so many questions. It sure was a neat experience.

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  4. JennMarch 9, 2015 at 11:38 PM

    I'm surprised to hear that there were some old trucks there too. Very neat.

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    1. Diana MancusoMarch 10, 2015 at 7:21 PM

      I was surprised to find the one beside the current truck. The other one was located in the museum section since this location is used as education centre.

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  5. Gene DMarch 9, 2015 at 11:45 PM

    My neighbour is a firefighter - gotta ask him to take my boys on a tour

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  6. UnknownMarch 10, 2015 at 1:08 AM

    Oh I am sure this was a great experience, it's awesome to take little ones for these types of trips, not to mention they do learn much more when it is hands on and they get to see things in person.

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  7. Dominique GohMarch 10, 2015 at 1:13 AM

    That's so nice.. visiting the local fire station and getting to be up and close with the firefighters.

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  8. stevebethereMarch 10, 2015 at 3:50 AM

    What a great way for kids to learn and experience, he looks tiny next to the truck heheh!

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  9. Yamini MacLeanMarch 10, 2015 at 4:00 AM

    Hari Om
    OOooooooh..... that brought back memories of visiting the fire service from schooldays. Which was last century of course....... YAM xx

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  10. DisneyBride2008March 10, 2015 at 4:13 AM

    My boys would absolutely love this! How exciting to visit!

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  11. AnonymousMarch 10, 2015 at 5:22 AM

    My son would love to do this too! So interesting and looks like fun!

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  12. Rhonda AlbomMarch 10, 2015 at 6:01 AM

    How special that they did that for you. Our fire station is volunteer, so it's not manned most of the time.

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  13. KateMarch 10, 2015 at 6:37 AM

    Looks like a fun visit.

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  14. UnknownMarch 10, 2015 at 7:25 AM

    As a child I always wanted to visit a fire station. Never did, and now I still want to. Maybe someday!

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  15. DavidMarch 10, 2015 at 7:40 AM

    Looks like a lot of fun!

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  16. julielauraMarch 10, 2015 at 8:51 AM

    My two eldest grandsons have both visited their local fire station and really enjoyed looking around and seeing all the equipment!

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  17. Mystery CaseMarch 10, 2015 at 12:48 PM

    How cool that there were old trucks as well. Sounds like an interesting adventure.

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  18. Kristi MaloneyMarch 10, 2015 at 3:25 PM

    My son's were able to tour a police station a few years ago. It was fun and informative. Great shots. Glad you and your son had a nice visit.

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  19. Laurie PMarch 10, 2015 at 4:04 PM

    Always a great visit at the firehall :)

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  20. Judy CowanMarch 10, 2015 at 4:08 PM

    Looks like he had a fun visit! (Judy Cowan)

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  21. Ruchira KhannaMarch 10, 2015 at 4:19 PM

    This takes me back to when I took my boy to see a fire station via his cub scouts :)

    Happy to link up with ya!

    happy WW

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  22. Karren HallerMarch 10, 2015 at 4:30 PM

    Well now isnt that fun, bonus the old trucks. Such a great things to do with the kids!!!

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  23. LisaMarch 10, 2015 at 4:39 PM

    That sounds so fun. It's so great for the fire departments and firemen to give small tours!

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  24. Ai SakuraMarch 10, 2015 at 7:02 PM

    Our local firehouses have open houses every Sat too. Yet to go since it always clashes with her swim classes but we really want to!

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  25. An Apel a DayMarch 10, 2015 at 7:58 PM

    My kids love the fire station to! My brother-in-law is a firefighter. I wish the kids visited him more at the station.

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  26. CherylMarch 10, 2015 at 8:25 PM

    What a treat for your little guy! My boys would love this experience. :)

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  27. Catch My WordsMarch 10, 2015 at 9:26 PM

    When my kids were little, they used to love going to the fire station.

    http://joycelansky.blogspot.com/2015/03/ww.html

    P.S. If interested, I'd love to have you stop by my TPT store. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Gifted-And-Talented-Materials-By-Joyce-Lansky

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  28. Victoria EssMarch 10, 2015 at 9:56 PM

    This looks like the most exciting tour!

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  29. OrangeHeroMamaMarch 10, 2015 at 10:10 PM

    So fun! I have always wanted to check out a firehall up close!

    http://www.homeofohm.com/2015/03/a-drive-in-ice-fog-wordlesswednesday.html

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  30. Quirky HomemakerMarch 10, 2015 at 10:30 PM

    Love the old one! Fire stations are fun field trips.

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  31. Nicole OrriënsMarch 11, 2015 at 2:09 AM

    What a great way for a child to learn things. Looks like you had a great visit.

    Momfever

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  32. Claire JustineMarch 11, 2015 at 2:36 AM

    Looks like a fun day :) I bet it was great seeing the fire engines and trying their fire suits on ,,

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  33. Susan ZutautasMarch 11, 2015 at 8:10 AM

    Oh what fun and there's no better way to learn about firefighters and what they do. Hi Diana nice to meet you. I'm from Orillia, Ontario.

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  34. Sheryl at LibertyHillHouse.comMarch 11, 2015 at 8:40 AM

    My dad once jokingly told me that firefighters sometimes melted after the intense heat of their job, and that's why you would see their clothes in piles like that. I still can't help but think about it when I come across firefighting outfits ready to go. LOL

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  35. TinatchickMarch 11, 2015 at 8:42 PM

    What a great experience

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  36. Indah Nuria SavitriMarch 12, 2015 at 12:41 PM

    what a great visit...I have been wanting to visit them here in NY but haven't got a chance to do so...

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  37. mollyMarch 12, 2015 at 1:20 PM

    What a great opportunity, and those vintage fire trucks are very cool

    Mollyxxx

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  38. Lynda CookMarch 12, 2015 at 5:06 PM

    Oh my!! what a wonderful visit and one way to get to know exactly what they do and to show you the trucks up close, glad you had a great time and love the pictures too!!!

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  39. CherylMarch 12, 2015 at 9:51 PM

    I showed my 5 year old son your post and now he wants to visit our local fire station. :)

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  40. MrDiscoMarch 13, 2015 at 9:54 AM

    seeing fire trucks up close wouldl make even the biggest kid giddy like a schoolboy

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  41. VMarch 13, 2015 at 8:45 PM

    Great photos! That sounds like a great tour!

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  42. 1maple2March 13, 2015 at 9:59 PM

    my son would love this type of field trip

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  43. SilviaMarch 14, 2015 at 8:21 PM

    both my son and my daughter went to Fire station! Always so fun and interesting!

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  44. UnknownMarch 15, 2015 at 11:00 AM

    Thanks so much for linking up at Oh My Heartsie Girl WW!

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  45. Laurie PMarch 16, 2015 at 10:01 AM

    One of the dads at our playgroup works for the fire department. He's arranging a visit for the kids. Looking forward to that this spring!

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  46. Stephanie LaPlanteMarch 16, 2015 at 6:32 PM

    How cool is that! Must've been so much fun for him!

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  47. UnknownMarch 18, 2015 at 3:11 AM

    I love feel good stories like this.

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  48. AnonymousMarch 19, 2015 at 7:35 AM

    so awesome..i remember visiting our fire and police station with my kids when they were much smaller ..its a great experience

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  49. UnknownMarch 19, 2015 at 5:12 PM

    Its great to i troduce kids to different jobs when they are young, my uncle was a fireman!

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  50. Annie1March 20, 2015 at 1:15 PM

    I"m almost 52 now but I still remember when firemen visited my elementary school! I can't wait to be able to take my grandkids to a local fire station!

    RAFFLECOPTER NAME is Anne Taylor

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  51. UnknownApril 7, 2015 at 9:12 PM

    Fire Fighters do not get enough credit for the marvelous job they do, a fire house is always fun for kids!

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  52. UnknownApril 7, 2015 at 9:13 PM

    Fire Fighters do not get enough credit for the marvelous job they do, a fire house is always fun for kids!

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  53. AnonymousApril 24, 2015 at 8:48 AM

    That must have been very educational and fun! Firefighters deserve much more recognition for what they do

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  54. kathy dApril 25, 2015 at 7:23 PM

    My son would love to do this too!

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  55. UnknownApril 28, 2015 at 8:54 PM

    Great pictures and experience. Looks like he learned a lot!

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