Beavers and a Tim’s card: a very Canadian solution to a firefighting challenge | Unpublished
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Author: Ella Macdonald
Publication Date: July 31, 2026 - 18:25

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Beavers and a Tim’s card: a very Canadian solution to a firefighting challenge

July 31, 2026
The Indian Point Volunteer Fire Department has wanted to install a dry fire hydrant since its founding in 1955. A group of busy beavers is lending a hand -- or paw.


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