Windsor’s FIREFEST is back with its 10th edition showcasing firefighting skills at the Riverfront Festival Plaza demonstrated in 4 rugged activities:
- T2B RESCUE RELAYS – Community Obstacle Course (September 8)
- 5K Run with First Responders (September 9)
- TUG ACROSS the RIVER (September 9)
- FIREFIT Western Ontario Regional (September 9 & 10)
The FireFit Championships tour various cities across Canada each season. Windsor is the last stop on the 2023 schedule prior to the Canadian Nationals. The competition is based on firefighting tasks commonly performed in emergency situations. The course is very demanding, made up of tasks performed while on the job like running up 5 stories, drawing and aiming a fully loaded fire hose, carrying victims, and more – all while wearing full firefighting equipment.
Proceeds will benefit four organizations:
Visit https://www.windsorfire.com/firefest/ for all the details.