British Columbia
Retired Firefighters Wellness Society
Welcome
Our organization is a registered Society Incorporated by the Province of BC.
The British Columbia Retired Firefighters Wellness (BCRFW) Society is non profit organization dedicated to support the retired firefighters of British Columbia in living a healthy and comfortable life.
This group of compassionate, dedicated retired firefighters recognizes the importance of providing meaningful mental health education and awareness to help alleviate the daily pressures of retirement and isolation. With the financial support from the BCRFW Society, we fell we are now positioned to provide our members these vital support systems they so, so richly deserve.
Our Latest News
BC Retired Firefighters Wellness Society
Gord Ditchburn Appointed Interim Society President
The BCRFW Society Executive Board is pleased to announce in accordance with the Bylaws of the Society, Bro. Gord Ditchburn has agreed to assume the role of Interim President of the BCRFW Society for the remainder of the President's term of office (2027).
Therefore, effective immediately, Gord Ditchburn will assume the duties and responsibilities of the position as the result of the Board's recommendation to appoint Gord Ditchburn as Interim President.
The Executive Board would like to take this opportunity to thank Don Symington for his dedication and level of compassion he has established for our members to follow. We are fortunate to have Don remain with the Retired Firefighters Wellness Network as a founding member and driving force for its future successes.
About Us
The BC Retired Firefighters Wellness Society was founded with the aim of providing a platform for retired firefighters to reconnect and have a voice. Many of our members have suffered in silence for far too long, dealing with the effects of a lifetime of exposure to trauma. In retirement, they often face isolation and questions of self-worth. We recognize the sacrifices made during their public service careers and aim to provide support and recognition to those who have given so much.