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Presentation by Mayor Lehman and J. Lynn, Fire Chief in recognition of Samantha Hoffman of the Barrie Fire and Emergency Service's receipt of the 2014 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Fire and Life Educator of the Year.
J. Lynn, Fire Chief announced that Samantha Hoffman of the Barrie Fire and Emergency Service is the recipient of the 2014 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Fire and Life Educator of the Year. Chief Lynn provided details concerning the Association's mission and noted that it was established in 1896. He explained that the NFPA's Fire and Life Safety Educator of the Year Award recognizes a fire and life safety education who works for a municipal fire department, uses NFPA's materials in consistent and creative ways, demonstrates excellence and innovation in reaching out to the community.
Chief Lynn indicated that Samantha is only the second Canadian to receive this honour and the first from a fire service in Ontario. He provided highlights from Samantha's career and accomplishments including working with TVO Kids on the Learn not to Burn Program. He advised that Samantha will be travelling to Las Vegas, Nevada to receive her award, which includes $1,000. Chief Lynn also noted that $1,000 will also be provided by the NFPA to the Barrie Fire and Emergency Service Department to support public education programs in the community.
Mayor Lehman presented Samantha with a plaque in recognition of her receipt of the award. He provided further highlights of her accomplishments and creativity in the fire prevention programs she has developed.