 
The Ontario Medal For Firefighter Bravery - In 1998 my partner, on Hamilton's Rescue Unit 1,Gord Selinger and I received The Ontario Medal For FireFighter Bravery, for making two trips into a house fire, that had flashed over and exploded, to rescue two firefighters trapped in the basement. During the rescue my helmet was severely melted yet neither of us where burned. I honestly credit my years of training and the sense of duty I received in the
Air Force, with my ability to pull off this rescue. ( Photo Caption -
FireFighter Gord Selinger, Lt Governor Hillary Weston and FireFighter Paul
Buffett)I think it would be great if this adds to your list of awards that Military Firefighters have received, if you do not feel that it fits since I received it after leaving the military fire service I completely understand. I just thought I would let you know about it and you can decide if it is the kind of thing you'd like to include. I believe it reflects well on Military Firefighters and that is honestly why I wanted to make you aware of it. I do have one favor to ask should you choose to include this award in your list.  Please dedicate my medal to Warrant Officer Paul Bellefleur (retired). I had the privilege of serving under him in Ottawa and I believe he saw past a sometimes wild and troublesome kid and instilled values and confidence in me, that allowed me to become a better person and a successful
Firefighter. Thanks for putting so much effort and care into a great site. Your work has become an invaluable asset and a source of pride to ex Military Firefighters all over Canada. Thank You Cpl Paul Henry Buffett (released) 905-628-5616 Submitted By FireHouse651.COM |
