By Sarah Stone

New fire hall opens to help stop future fatal incidents

Dec 3, 2014 | 3:55 PM

It’s something that could save lives.

A new fire hall in Hatchet Lake First Nation had its grand opening on Wednesday.

The hall can house the community’s fire truck and firefighting equipment.  In addition it’s capable of providing both office and training space for firefighters.

The $1.2 million-project was paid for through a partnership with the federal government, community, Areva Resources Canada and Cameco Corporation.

“We all have a role to play in preventing fires in our homes and communities, which is why our Government is proud to partner with the Hatchet Lake First Nation on the completion of a new fire hall. This investment is a clear demonstration of our continued commitment to ensuring that First Nations receive emergency services comparable to all Canadians,” said Bernard Valcourt, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, in a statement.

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In the same statement Rob Clarke, MP for Desnethe-Missinippi-Churchill River, congratulated the first nation on the completion of the project. 

There were multiple fires in northern Saskatchewan last year that may have been prevented with up-to-date equipment and staff closer to home.

“In a remote community such as ours, ensuring our firefighters have access to modern equipment and facilities is critical to ensuring an effective and timely response when they are called upon. By investing in a new fire hall, we are really investing in the safety and well being of our community and residents,” said Chief Bart Tsannie of Hatchet Lake First Nation.

Hatchet Lake is 724 kilometres northwest of Prince Albert. 

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