The Metropolis of Barrie has a brand new fireplace chief.
On Wednesday evening, Mayor Alex Nuttall formally introduced that Kevin White had been appointed to guide Barrie Fireplace and Emergency Providers. White has been a firefighter in Barrie since 1998.
“On behalf of metropolis council, we might wish to congratulate Mr. White, now Chief White, in your appointment and sit up for working with you sooner or later,” Nuttall mentioned throughout Wednesday’s common committee assembly.
White was promoted to the place of captain in 2009, adopted by his ascension to the function of platoon chief in 2020.
The brand new fireplace chief, a father to 3 ladies, has beforehand obtained the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Award for his advocacy for fellow firefighters throughout the nation.
“I’m honoured to be chosen as Barrie’s subsequent Fireplace Chief, and I’m devoted to offering excellent customer support whereas defending our neighborhood,” White mentioned in a information launch. “I’m proud to guide the women and men of our service with integrity whereas defending our residents and their property.”
As if the title of chief is not sufficient, White is at present learning for a level in justice and public security on the College of Guelph.
White replaces Corey Mainprize, who left the service earlier this 12 months.
