On Tuesday, Sackvillians got a shock when local journalist Bruce Wark published a report detailing allegations of bullying, harassment, and favouritism at the Sackville Fire Department.
Wark spoke with several former volunteer firefighters, obtaining letters of resignation from some that detail sexism, bullying, and frustration that their concerns were not being addressed.
Kevin Scott was one of the former firefighters interviewed by Bruce Wark. Scott resigned in December 2020. He agreed to speak with CHMA, to share his experience as a volunteer with the Sackville Fire Department. Here’s that conversation:
The bylaw which governs the Sackville Fire Department defines a grievance committee, to be elected by members to hear grievances, with a system of appeal that includes ultimate approval by town council.
CAO Jamie Burke did not confirm whether or not a grievance committee has been established for the Sackville Fire Department, though several sources told Bruce Wark that there is none.
Burke said via email that two grievances are on record, one from 2018 and one from 2019. CHMA has enquired further, and we’ll keep you updated.
You can read Bruce Wark’s report at warktimes.com
