County of Grande Prairie Celebrates Fire Graduates and Emergency Service Excellence at Annual Awards

County of Grande Prairie Celebrates Fire Graduates and Emergency Service Excellence at Annual Awards

The County of Grande Prairie recognized the dedication, service, and achievements of its Regional Fire Service and Enforcement members this evening during the annual graduation and service awards ceremony.

The event honoured 51 members for career milestones, years of service, and exceptional contributions, while 16 recruits marked the successful completion of their fire service training.

Surrounded by family, friends, County councillors, and staff, the graduates took their oath of service, administered by County Deputy Reeve Bob Chrenek, officially beginning their careers with the Regional Fire Service. Long-serving members were also honoured with awards recognizing leadership, professionalism, and peer-nominated excellence.

“Our emergency responders answer the call when it matters most to our communities,” said Deputy Reeve Chrenek. “This evening was about celebrating their dedication, whether they are just starting their journey or have spent years serving our communities.”

Fire Chief Trevor Grant said the ceremony reflected the strength and dedication of the service.

“These members set a high standard through their training, teamwork, and service to others,” stated Fire Chief Grant. “We are proud of their accomplishments and grateful for the role they play in keeping our communities safe.”

A full list of award recipients is provided below.

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2025 County of Grande Prairie Regional Fire and Enforcement Services Award Recipients:
Alberta Emergency Services Medal and Service Bars
32 Years of Service
Ken Atamanchuk
22 Years of Service
Tracay Depew
Max MacAulay
12 years of Service
Jordan Storey
Lucas Potter
Spencer Montgomery
Kish Wicks
Nicky Hemingson
Kyle Warkentin
Chris Pattenden
Stan Metcalf
CPO Rob Jammer
Chief’s Coins
Nicky Hemingson
Justin Reed
Exemplary Service Medal
Tracay Depew
DC Bryan Hall
Gordon Ford
Harold Bulford
Ryan Ulrich
Ken Atamanchuk
Marc Leger
20 Years of Service Award
CLO Deborah Durban
10 Years of Service Award
Brandon Bulford
Jonathon Hoag
Pat McLaughlin
5 Years of Service Award
Mary Guenther
Jake Aronson
Caleb Isaac
Leah Sacrey
Evan Letkeman
Ashley Sacrey 
Nathan Doris
CPO Colton Renschler
CPO Hailey Boychuck
Sgt. Clayton Darr
Hickok Award
Harold Bulford
Firefighter Graduates
Scot Lykins
John Otok
Jerrick Sunley
Michael Otok
George Greves
Anthony Meyer
Gaetan Roy
Jesse Umble
Keelan Choboter
Cedric Ouellette
Campbell Davis
Mark Debre
Tessa Braun
Noah Palfy
Sean Lynch
Krystal Brekkaas
Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association Service Medals
Brandon Bulford
Jonathan Hoag
Promotions
Clayton Darr promoted to Sergeant
Lance Prestone promoted from Bylaw Enforcement Officer to Patrol Officer
Micah Suderman promoted from Bylaw Enforcement Officer to Patrol Officer
 

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