Steve Robinson was hired by the Surrey Fire Service in 1992, leaving Surrey Fire Service as an Assistant Fire Chief, Steve went on to become the Fire Chief of the City of Kamloops. When in Surrey, Steve was involved in helping develop an amazing CISM team from its infancy. Steve was one of the go-to resource for delivering CISM sessions to firefighters after being exposed to trauma. SFS built one of the best mental health support systems for firefighters in North America. Steve also sat on the Fire Chiefs Canadian Mental Health Committee and was instrumental in bringing the Resilient Minds Program to KFR and text to counseling appointment services. Steve sat on the Canadian Mental Health Committee for Fire Chiefs. Steve talks about why it's not only OK to get emotional, it's encouraged and that he wants people to know they are supported.
