Raised in West Kildonan, Don attended Garden City Collegiate before continuing his education at university, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. Though capable in many fields, Don felt a deeper calling to serve. Inspired by his Uncle Morris, he began his firefighting career on November 25, 1974. Over the next 32 years and 2 months, he served his community with unwavering dedication, courage, and compassion. He retired with honour as a Captain on January 21, 2007, proud of the work he had done and the lives he had touched.
