Humans behind the uniform

Humans behind the uniform Humansbehindtheuniform is a space where we explore the stories, struggles, and strength of those who serve on the frontlines.

Another old fire from the 90s here in Regina.A time when bunker gear was heavier, radios were clunkier, and the lessons ...
08/15/2025

Another old fire from the 90s here in Regina.
A time when bunker gear was heavier, radios were clunkier, and the lessons were passed down at the kitchen table, not on a PowerPoint slide.

Paying respect to the firefighters who built the culture we stand on today — the men and women who taught us pride in the job, toughness in the face of danger, and loyalty to each other above all else.

We’re here because they were there.

Every car fire we fight shaves a little off our future.The flames fade.The toxins stay.
08/14/2025

Every car fire we fight shaves a little off our future.
The flames fade.
The toxins stay.

08/12/2025

📸 From the Vault — Reimagined with AIFound this gem from 30 years ago: Captain Kerr up front, Marc Quinette ready with the saw, and me holding down the back.With a little help from AI, the old photo got a fresh coat of life — but the memories are just as vivid as the day it happened.Cool to see where we started… and how far we’ve come. 🚒🔥

I wish you could feel how alive you feel as a rookie firefighter on your first real working fire.It’s like Friday night ...
08/06/2025

I wish you could feel how alive you feel as a rookie firefighter on your first real working fire.

It’s like Friday night lights all over again—
Running out onto the field, heart pounding, the whole school behind you.
Only now, it’s your crew. Your city.
The stakes? Real lives.

There’s pride. Purpose. Fire in your gut and zero fear.
You were born for this.

To serve your community like this—it’s the ultimate privilege.

But then… the job starts to take its toll.

Call after call.
The ones you couldn’t save.
The screams that stick.
The silence at home because you can’t find the words.

That spark? It fades.
The adrenaline that once made you feel invincible now hides the weight you’re carrying.

No one tells you how the job quietly trades your pride for pain.
How the things that made you strong will try to break you.

So this is your reminder:
Stay young.
Not in age—but in spirit.
Hold onto that rookie fire.
Talk it out. Ask for help. Watch out for each other.

Because behind the mask, the gear, and the badge—we’re human.

And we deserve to feel alive after the fire too.

A 5” fire hose weighs about 110 lbs dry.Once it’s charged with water? It can tip the scale at over 900 lbs.But not all w...
08/04/2025

A 5” fire hose weighs about 110 lbs dry.
Once it’s charged with water? It can tip the scale at over 900 lbs.

But not all weight is visible.

Mental health in first responders is the same.
What seems manageable from the outside can be crushing when it’s “charged” with trauma, stress, and years of unspoken pain.

We’d never expect one firefighter to pull a 5” line solo.
So why do we expect people to carry the weight of this job alone?

Check in. Speak up. Lend a hand.
Because behind every strong firefighter is a crew that’s got their back—on the fireground and off it.

Moose Jaw firefighters: saving homes and cats—sometimes all in one swoop.During an early morning structure fire, crews r...
07/29/2025

Moose Jaw firefighters: saving homes and cats—sometimes all in one swoop.
During an early morning structure fire, crews rescued a cat named Oscar, who’s expected to make a full recovery thanks to the quick action and care of first responders.

These are the life-and-death moments most citizens never see or feel. Quiet heroism. Split-second decisions. Your first responders are there—day or night—dedicating their service to protect lives, both big and small.

Walk into a firehouse today and something feels… off.The table’s quieter, The laughter that used to shake the walls? Bas...
07/28/2025

Walk into a firehouse today and something feels… off.
The table’s quieter, The laughter that used to shake the walls? Basically rare.

We didn’t lose it.
It just gradually went away.

We let fear—of write-ups, complaints, HR policies—replace the accountability that used to live at the kitchen table or out back by the ramp.

We stopped calling each other out.
We stopped laughing.
We stopped trusting.

And here’s the punch to the gut:
Thirty years of training videos didn’t fix a thing. They just built paperwork. What used to be solved with a handshake and a real conversation now ends in silence.

You want to fix the culture?
Bring back the table.
Bring back the laughter.

Not the cruel stuff—never that.
But the kind that bonds people. The kind that lets you screw up, own it, get better, and stay part of the crew.

We’ve taught people to shut up instead of step up.
Let’s reverse that.

Leadership isn’t about playing it safe.
It’s about creating a crew that trusts each other enough to speak up, to laugh, and to have each other’s back.

Enough with walking on eggshells.
Let’s get back to being human.

What Most People Don’t See – Life Behind the Badge in Regina 💙Being a police officer in Regina isn’t just a job—it’s a l...
07/21/2025

What Most People Don’t See – Life Behind the Badge in Regina 💙

Being a police officer in Regina isn’t just a job—it’s a life lived under pressure. Most won’t see the toll it takes.

They don’t see the sleepless nights after a hard call.
They don’t see the faces that stay with you long after the scene clears.
They don’t feel the weight of being the one expected to have all the answers in someone’s worst moment.

Regina officers show up to tragedies, to violence, to heartbreak. And then they go home and try to be parents, partners, friends—while carrying pieces of everyone else’s pain.

It’s not just about enforcing laws—it’s about protecting people, often at the cost of their own mental and emotional well-being.

So today, take a moment to recognize the human behind the uniform. The quiet strength. The emotional toll. The unwavering commitment.

To the members of the Regina Police Service—thank you. You carry more than most will ever understand.

Recognizing Lyle – Fire Investigator & All-Around Solid Human He’s not one for the spotlight, but we’re putting him ther...
07/21/2025

Recognizing Lyle – Fire Investigator & All-Around Solid Human

He’s not one for the spotlight, but we’re putting him there anyway.

Lyle is the kind of guy who shows up, figures it out, and moves on—no fuss, no drama, just results. With years of experience, sharp instincts, and a one-liner always ready to go, he brings steady hands and quick wit to every scene.

He’s the smile in the chaos (unless he’s solving something faster than the rest of us), and the guy you quietly hope is working when things go sideways.

Here’s to Lyle—one of the best at what he does, and a better person on top of that.

Time for Parity: EMS Deserves MoreWhen you compare emergency services wages across fire, police, and EMS, one thing beco...
07/20/2025

Time for Parity: EMS Deserves More

When you compare emergency services wages across fire, police, and EMS, one thing becomes painfully clear: EMS has fallen far behind. Despite being on the front lines of every crisis—from overdoses to critical trauma—paramedics continue to be underpaid and undervalued.

In some cases, EMS wages lag tens of thousands behind their fire and police counterparts. This isn’t just a number—it’s a sign of how far the profession has slid in comparison.

And yet, they remain proactive. Just look at Regina: bike paramedics are out in our parks and streets, reaching patients faster in crowded public spaces. They’re innovating. They’re adapting. They’re delivering critical care before the ambulance even arrives.

Its finally time for decision-makers to acknowledge the unmatched medical expertise, versatility, and grit of our paramedics?

The system doesn’t work without them. Let’s make sure the contract reflects that.

A Reminder: Don’t Blame the Paramedics.In recent months, stories about ambulance delays and long ER wait times have made...
07/07/2025

A Reminder: Don’t Blame the Paramedics.

In recent months, stories about ambulance delays and long ER wait times have made headlines across Saskatchewan. These are serious concerns that deserve attention—but it’s important to remember where the blame doesn’t belong.

Paramedics are not the cause of these delays—they’re among the few still holding the system together. While others point fingers, they continue to respond to calls, care for patients, and stay by their sides—sometimes for hours—because no one else can.

They are working within a system that is under immense strain. Staffing shortages, hospital overcrowding, and limited resources are complex challenges that cannot be solved by the people already doing the most.

So the next time you see a paramedic waiting in a hospital hallway, remember: they’re not the problem. They’re the reason care is still possible.

Let’s support the people who support all of us.

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