Vancouver’s Firefighters Without Borders Canada receives shipment of gear to donate

Newly-decommissioned firefighting gear from Manitoba will soon be on its way to the Philippines, thanks to Vancouver-based Firefighters Without Borders Canada.

The shipment comes from the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) which donated truckloads of gear Friday morning.

Even though the equipment is considered to have reached its end-of-life according to North American standards, organizers say the gear is still in great condition and suitable for use.

Equipment includes uniforms, helmets, boots, and more…