Lead image via Baehr Photography

On June 7th, 2022, Mississauga’s fantastic Fire Chief Deryn Rizzi, Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services has rightfully received the Fire Chief of the Year Award from the Ontario Municipal Fire Prevention Officers Association
This recognizes the significant contributions Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services has made to the prevention of fire and public education of life safety in the community.

Rizzi says “I’m humbled to receive this award, however, it really belongs to the entire MFES Fire Prevention and Risk Reduction team…it acknowledges their exceptional commitment to fire and life safety, fire prevention, enforcement initiatives and public education. Their tireless efforts and dedication have made a significant impact on the community and it is really the team that deserves the utmost appreciation and recognition.”

The OMFPOA awards promote and recognize those in the community that have gone above and beyond in the area of fire prevention in Ontario.

Here’s our must-watch, in-depth interview with her: