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Live Fire Training

Did you know that the Stratford Fire Department has access to a mobile fire training facility, and among the training props inside is a couch made of steel?

As part of their regular training, local firefighters sharpen their skills at the state-of-the-art modular unit off Romeo Street, which simulates the working environment of a structure fire.

That means it can be used to simulate a kitchen fire, for example, or a living room blaze.

Props emit propane-fueled flames, there’s a theatrical smoke...

City of Stratford, ENorth Media Set to Launch NextStrat Esports Lounge

The City of Stratford, in partnership with Enorth Media, proudly announces the opening of NextStrat, Stratford's first dedicated Youth Esports Lounge, providing a safe and engaging space where local youth can explore their potential through competitive gaming and esports.

The facility opens on July 15th in the Burnside Agriplex on the second floor, featuring professional esports equipment, competitive coaching programs, organized tournament opportunities, and community events designed to inspire...

Accessibility Award Nominations Open

This is National AccessAbility Week, an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the ongoing efforts of those who are working to remove barriers in our community.

For the past 14 years, the City of Stratford’s Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC) has presented its Accessibility Award to acknowledge one business, organization or individual in Stratford that has worked hard to make their space or service more accessible to everyone.

Nominations are now open for the 2025 award.

The AAC is looking for...