Brian Hutchinson is a Director with, and one of the six founding members of Firefighters Without Borders Canada (FWB Canada).  As one of the original team to deliver multiple fire service apparatus and training to El Salvador in March 2008, Brian remains dedicated to furthering the efforts of FWB Canada in regards to the various international aid projects being undertaken. Brian has been an active member of the Vancouver Fire & Rescue Services since 2000. He was the recipient of Firefighter of the Year Award 2008.  An instructor with the VF&RS EMS program, Brian also is involved as an Instructor with St. John Ambulance, the Canadian Red Cross, and the Vancouver Fire Fighters Community CPR Program. He also actively participates in the delivery of a wide range of programs through the Community Services/Public Education Division. An active member of the VF&RS Honour Guard, Brian currently serves on the executive of that organization as the Secretary Treasurer. Currently he is also the Chair of the Vancouver Fire Fighters Union local 18 Public Relations Committee and serves on the Vancouver Fire Fighters' Charitable Society as a Director. Additionally, Brian has been involved with the Muscular Dystrophy Canada, BC & Yukon Fire Fighter Advisory Board for several years and is currently the Chair for that organization.

John Nicholson is a Director, and one of the six founding members, of Firefighters Without Borders Canada (FWB Canada). John is currently the chairman for the fundraising committee for Firefighters Without Borders Canada He was involved in the delivery of three fire engines to El Salvador in March 2008, and is dedicated to the continued success of cross-border emergency services relationships.  John has been an active member of the Vancouver Fire & Rescue Services since 2002, and is currently specialized in High Angle/Confined Space Technical Rescue. He is a computer instructor for VF&RS. He is also a Sports & Venue Manager for the 2009 World Police Fire Games and the Local 18 Representative for the BC Professional Firefighters’ Burn Fund.John is also the Chair for the FWB Canada fundraising committee.  In 2008 Fire Chief Ray Holdgate presented John with a Citation in recognition of his outstanding service and dedication in regards to the delivery of international aid to the fire service of El Salvador.

Shane MacKichan is a Director, and one of the six founding members, of Firefighters Without Borders Canada (FWB Canada).  He was involved in the delivery of three fire engines to El Salvador in March 2008, and is dedicated to the continued success of cross-border emergency services relationships.  Shane has been an active member of the Vancouver Fire & Rescue Services since 2000, and is currently a hazmat technician in the Hazardous Material Response Team.  He is also a member of the Critical Incident Stress Management Team.  In 2008 Fire Chief Ray Holdgate presented Shane with a Citation in recognition of his outstanding service and dedication in regards to the delivery of international aid to the fire service of El Salvador. 

Jeffrey Moore is a Director, and one of the six founding members, of Firefighters Without Borders Canada (FWB Canada).  He has served as Honorary Consul of El Salvador in Vancouver since 1990.  In this capacity he has worked closely with Vancouver Fire & Rescue Services for many years and this collaboration has resulted in the development of strong relations not only between the firefighters in Vancouver and El Salvador but in bi-lateral relations between the two nations as well.  Jeff travels regularly to El Salvador building on his humanitarian aid projects that support health care, educational initiatives and the national fire service.  He is active in community service including being a Director of the Canadian Paraplegic Association and is a consultant with BMO Harris Private Banking.  His family has 160 years of service in El Salvador.  In 2008 Jeffrey was given the position of Honourary Deputy Chief by Vancouver Fire & Rescue Service Fire Chief Ray Holdgate,  for his outstanding work.  CONGRATULATIONS Jeffrey!!!

Randy Dubbert is a Director and one of the six founding members, of Firefighters Without Borders Canada (FWB Canada).  He was involved in the delivery of three fire engines to El Salvador in March 2008, and  is dedicated to the continued success of cross-border emergency services relationships. Randy has been an active member of the Vancouver Fire Rescue Services since 1995, and is currently  an instructor with the Emergency Vehicle Operator ( EVO) program.  Randy has traveled extensively throughout central and south America.  In 2008 Fire Chief Ray Holdgate presented Randy with a Citation in recognition of his outstanding service and dedication in regards to the delivery of international aid to the fire service of El Salvador.

Capt. Barry Brennan is a Director, and one of the six founding members, of Firefighters Without Borders Canada (FWB Canada).  He was involved in the delivery of three fire engines to El Salvador in March 2008, and is dedicated to the continued success of cross-border emergency services relationships.  Barry has been an active member of the Vancouver Fire & Rescue Services since 1980 has risen through the fire service to the rank of captain, and is currently specialized in High Angle/Confined Space Technical Rescue Instructor, Barry also is involved in Vancouver Urban Search & Rescue team as a Instructor, Canada Task Force 1 - rescue squad.  Barry is a Confine Space Instructor for Roco Rescue Canada, as well on standby rescue team.  In 2008 Fire Chief Ray Holdgate presented Barry with a Citation in recognition of his outstanding service and dedication in regards to the delivery of international aid to the fire service of El Salvador.