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Jim Jessop
@chiefjessoptfs.bsky.social
Fire Chief & General Manager, Toronto Fire Services. TFS is an all-hazards, full-time municipal fire service. Account not monitored 24/7 - Call 911 in an emergency. Terms of use: https://bit.ly/44PIWmy
Standing alongside the families and colleagues of our fallen at the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Memorial was deeply moving. Thank you @CanFirefighters for honouring their memory and service. The dedication and sacrifice of our @torontofire.bsky.social members will never be forgotten.
September 7, 2025 at 4:50 PM
May 21st will always hold meaning for me. It marks the day I graduated from the Toronto Fire Academy. Beside me, Platoon Chief Sinclair, now gone but never forgotten. The years have brought change, but the mission remains: serve and protect the great city of #Toronto.
May 21, 2025 at 11:55 PM
Great to visit with our new Peer Support Team members. They’ll be joining our PST team to help strengthen the wellness supports we provide across @torontofire.bsky.social. Proud of these volunteers and their commitment to taking care of
their fellow Firefighters. #Toronto
May 14, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Over the past 48 hours @torontofire.bsky.social teams have responded to multiple challenging incidents. I want to thank our staff for their courage and resilience. The risks of this job are real, as the past two days have reminded us, and yet they show up without hesitation. #Toronto
May 13, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Proud to unveil the newest additions to @torontofire.bsky.social fleet—the first two electric pumper trucks. This marks a significant investment in protecting both the citizens of #Toronto and the environment. Thank you to Mayor Olivia Chow and the City of Toronto for making this possible.
May 8, 2025 at 8:45 PM
This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we’re all in on our commit-mint to mental health! Huge thanks to our Staff Psychologist for supporting @torontofire.bsky.social. His work has transformed our wellness portfolio and helped break down barriers around mental health. #UnmaskingMentalHealth
May 7, 2025 at 3:47 PM
I spent some of #InternationalFirefightersDay with Captain George McCauley of Toronto Fire Department. Our families are connected through service. Born in 1929, he’s an accomplished rower who competed at the ‘52 Helsinki Olympics. Thank you for representing #Toronto and #Canada, Captain McCauley!
May 4, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Today, on #InternationalFirefightersDay, we honour the bravery, dedication, and sacrifice of firefighters here in Toronto and around the world. To every member of this proud profession — thank you for your unwavering service and courage in the face of danger. #Toronto
May 4, 2025 at 4:13 PM
🚨 A quick reminder that could save lives: Check your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms today.

✅ Test monthly
✅ Replace batteries yearly
✅ Replace the unit every 10 years (smoke) / 5-7 years (CO)

Stay safe. toronto.ca/firesafety #Toronto #safety
April 24, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Congratulations to Interim Deputy Fire Chief Steve Darling for earning his Ontario Fire Services Long Service Medal clasp, signifying 35 years of incredible service. Thank you Steve for everything you do! #Toronto
April 22, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Let the Battle of Ontario begin! Excited for the NHL playoffs, and the Ottawa Senators visiting us in #LeafsNation. Go Toronto Maple Leafs, Go! #LeafsForever  💙
April 21, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Wishing a safe and joyful #Easter to those who celebrate. To our dedicated @torontofire.bsky.social staff working this weekend - thank you for spending time away from your families to keep our city safe. #Toronto
April 20, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Yesterday, alongside Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow and emergency services colleagues we celebrated @torontofire.bsky.social, Toronto Police and Paramedics Telecommunications professionals. Congratulations to all award winners! Your calm voices and dedication make a profound difference every day. #NPSTW
April 18, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Yesterday @torontofire.bsky.social responded to a vehicle collision on Lakeshore Blvd W. Crews put a vehicle fire out, then extracted a trapped occupant. Patient has been turned over to Toronto Paramedics while Toronto Police assist. Thank you to all responders involved for their extraordinary work.
April 17, 2025 at 8:02 PM
It’s a privilege for me to serve as an Honourary Aide-de-Camp for her Honour the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario at today’s Throne Speech with Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw and OPP Commissioner Carrique and Canadian Forces @canadianforces.bsky.social colleagues #Toronto #Ontario
April 17, 2025 at 7:58 PM
It’s an honour to serve as the new Fire Chief & General Manager of @torontofire.bsky.social. I'm proud to lead this incredible team of professionals dedicated to protecting our city, every hour of every day. Together, we'll continue to serve a safer, stronger #Toronto.
April 14, 2025 at 1:00 PM