Fire Fighters


Help Fill The Boot!

For more than 67 years, Fire Fighters across Canada have been enduring partners and supporters of Muscular Dystrophy Canada (MDC) and Canadians affected by neuromuscular disorders. Fire Fighters have stood beside MDC since the beginning. They are part of the organization’s DNA. More than 600 Fire Departments and Associations across Canada raise over $3 million annually in support of MDC. Since 1954, Fire Fighters have raised nearly $100 million and have made a huge difference for the entire Canadian neuromuscular community. Each year, career and volunteer Fire Fighters give their time and help Fill the Boot by organizing various events like boot drives, rooftop campouts, stair climbs, ladder sits, car washes, raffles, sporting events, and truck pulls! Fire Fighters have made a difference in the lives of countless Canadian families affected by neuromuscular disorders. They have helped purchase wheelchairs, hospital beds, leg braces, walkers, respirators, and other life-changing equipment. They support advocacy efforts to raise awareness and make positive policy changes, and help fund research that is helping Canadians live longer. Perhaps most importantly, they have put smiles on the faces of thousands of children, hope in the hearts of parents, trust in the minds of donors, and are an example of dedication and service to our community. Please help Fire Fighters #FillTheBoot and keep this long-standing tradition going.

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IF YOU’RE A FIRE FIGHTER YOU CAN TAKE ACTION BY:

  • UNWAVERING COMMITMENT: FIRE FIGHTERS AND MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY CANADA CELEBRATE 70TH ANNIVERSARY

    UNWAVERING COMMITMENT: FIRE FIGHTERS AND MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY CANADA CELEBRATE 70TH ANNIVERSARY

    Through boot drives and tolls on local roads, community barbeques, rooftop campouts, car washes, stair climbs and raffles – you name it – more than 600 fire departments, locals and associations across our country work with Muscular Dystrophy Canada every year so they can give all neuromuscular disorders “the boot” in this lifetime. Fire Fighters …Continue Reading
  • FIRE FIGHTERS IGNITE JOY AND MAKE LASTING CONNECTIONS

    FIRE FIGHTERS IGNITE JOY AND MAKE LASTING CONNECTIONS

    Fire Fighters go above and beyond in more ways than we can count! For almost seven decades, dedicated and passionate Fire Fighters across Canada have been supporting the neuromuscular community in a variety of ways. They raise important funds through boot drives, rooftop campouts, stair climbs and other activities. But, did you know they also …Continue Reading
  • STEP UP FOR THE NEUROMUSCULAR COMMUNITY

    STEP UP FOR THE NEUROMUSCULAR COMMUNITY

    The 25th High Rise Challenge takes place Saturday, October 8, 2022. Join us, and hundreds of Fire Fighters, paramedics, police officers and members of the community, as they climb the 36 floors of La Cité de l’énergie in Shawinigan, Quebec – twice – for a total of 1,190 steps.Continue Reading
  • THE BOOTS ARE BACK AND WE NEED YOUR HELP!

    THE BOOTS ARE BACK AND WE NEED YOUR HELP!

    No one has missed seeing Fire Fighters out in the community supporting individuals affected by neuromuscular disorders more than Fire Fighters themselves. “We are so happy to be in a position where we can bring the boots back out into the community to raise funds and awareness.” Dan Hamel, Chair of the National Fire Fighter …Continue Reading
  • Fire Fighters Fill the Boot Campaign Goes Virtual

    Fire Fighters Fill the Boot Campaign Goes Virtual

    For Immediate Release. May 5, 2020 Toronto, Ontario – For an incredible 65 years Fire Fighters across Canada have helped Fill the Boot. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, Fire Fighters had to cancel their fundraising efforts this Spring, but the needs of people impacted by neuromuscular disorders can’t be cancelled. MDC still needs to provide critical …Continue Reading
  • Important Update on Phone Solicitations

    Important Update on Phone Solicitations

    STATEMENT REGARDING PHONE SOLICITATIONS Muscular Dystrophy Canada does not use telemarketing services. Several years ago, the Canadian Fire Fighter Curling Association (CFFCA) retained a telemarketing company to assist in fundraising for their annual curling event. A portion of the funds raised in past years were donated to MDC. Muscular Dystrophy Canada can confirm a campaign …Continue Reading
  • Brayden’s Journey

    Brayden’s Journey

    I met Brayden Graft when he was just five-days-old. Little did I know then the impact he would have on my life. My friends Leanne and Tony had been fostering children for about five years and already had a baby at home when their social worker called about Brayden. They didn’t even think twice about …Continue Reading