Saanich Fire sends crews to help with wildfires amid provincial state of emergency

Saanich Fire members join those from across the country and beyond to suppress wildfires in interior B.C. this month.
Three members of the Saanich Local 967 officially deployed with the district’s Wildland 1 vehicle on Aug. 8 to assist the BC Wildfire Service.
“Our crew is prepared to support operations on the ground to help protect lives, property, and critical infrastructure,” the union said, sharing the news on social media. “Please join us in wishing our members a saf