About: Firefighters Breakfast Program

The Powell River Firefighters Charity is proud to support school food programs that promote student health, wellness, and community connection. Since launching the Firefighters Breakfast Program in the 2016/17 school year, we’ve provided additional financial support to the qathet School District, helping ensure that students have access to nutritious food every day — beyond what provincial funding alone can provide.

Today, over 300 meals are served daily in schools across the district. From granola bars and fresh fruit to veggies and yogurt at seven schools, these open-access programs ensure that any student who wants food can receive it — no questions asked.

The benefits go far beyond the plate. School food programs help strengthen social connections, support positive relationships with staff, and relieve financial and time pressures for families. Research shows that well-nourished students attend school more regularly, perform better academically, and experience improved physical and mental health.

Your donation helps ensure no child in our community goes hungry at school. Together, we can support growing minds, ease the burden on families, and build a stronger, healthier Powell River.

Supporting the Long Journey of Burn Recovery

Burn injuries can have lasting physical and emotional effects.

Through our support of the BC Professional Fire Fighters Burn Fund, we help ensure survivors have access to the care, resources, and community support they need.

About: Supporting Burn Survivors

The Powell River Firefighters Charity is dedicated to supporting the BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund, a registered charity established in 1978 by the BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Association. This partnership underscores our commitment to assisting burn survivors and promoting fire prevention within our community.

The Burn Fund offers a comprehensive range of services aimed at supporting burn survivors and their families throughout their recovery journey. One of its key initiatives is the Burn Fund Centre, which provides short-term accommodations—a “home away from home”—for individuals and families traveling to Vancouver for medical treatment related to burn and major trauma injuries. This facility ensures that patients and their loved ones have a comfortable place to stay during critical times

In addition to housing, the Burn Fund organizes programs like the Burn Camp, hosting young burn survivors aged 6 to 18 for a week each July. Since its inception in 1994, the camp has welcomed nearly 1,000 children from BC and the Yukon, providing them with an opportunity to connect with peers who have experienced similar challenges. Activities such as kayaking, rafting, and arts and crafts help build self-confidence and foster a sense of community among participants

The Burn Fund also emphasizes prevention and education through initiatives like the “Too Hot for Tots!” program, designed to teach parents and caregivers how to prevent burn and scald injuries in the home. Furthermore, the annual Burn Awareness Week engages elementary schools in promoting fire and burn safety, encouraging students to participate in activities that enhance their understanding of these critical issues

By supporting the Burn Fund, the Powell River Firefighters Charity contributes to these vital programs, ensuring that burn survivors receive the care, resources, and community support they need. Our collaboration reflects a shared commitment to enhancing the lives of those affected by burn injuries and to promoting safety and prevention within our community.

For more information about the BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund and its initiatives, please visit their official website at burnfund.org.

Support That Goes the Distance — Since 1961

Every September, our off-duty firefighters hit the streets for the Fill the Boot campaign, raising funds for Muscular Dystrophy Canada. Together with our community, we’re helping families access vital care, equipment, and hope—one boot at a time.

About: Fundraising for Community

Every September, off-duty members of the Powell River Firefighters Charity suit up in uniform and take to the streets for a cause that’s been close to our hearts for over six decades. Since 1961, we’ve proudly supported Muscular Dystrophy Canada through the annual Fill the Boot campaign — a national fundraiser led by firefighters across the country to support individuals and families affected by neuromuscular disorders

In Powell River, you’ll find us outside local grocery stores — Save-On-Foods, Walmart, Quality Foods, and FreshCo — standing beside our boots, collecting donations from generous community members. Whether it’s a handful of coins or a folded-up bill, every contribution dropped into the boot helps fund critical research, specialized equipment, and essential support services for Canadians living with muscular dystrophy.

Muscular dystrophy refers to a group of genetic disorders that cause progressive weakness and loss of muscle mass. While there is currently no cure, the support raised through Fill the Boot campaigns goes a long way in helping individuals live with greater independence, dignity, and quality of life.

It’s more than just a fundraiser — it’s a tradition rooted in compassion, solidarity, and service. Thanks to the generosity of the Powell River community, we continue to raise meaningful support year after year. Your donation — no matter the size — helps Muscular Dystrophy Canada go the distance for those facing some of life’s toughest challenges.

Offering a glimpse into the past: Firefighters Ed Stride and D. Morgan take part in a national boot drive for Muscular Dystrophy Canada.

The Powell River Professional Fire Fighters have been proud supporters of this cause since 1961, dedicating their off-duty time each September to the Fill the Boot campaign. Every donation collected helps support individuals and families living with neuromuscular disorders across the country.

Decades of Dedication

OUR HISTORY