P.E.I. news: vehicle registration, drivers license fees waived for retired volunteer firefighters [Video]

Prince Edward Island is waiving vehicle registration and license plate fees for two vehicles and offering free driver’s license renewal for retired volunteer firefighters starting Friday.

“These volunteers have bravely put themselves in harm’s way to save others and protect our communities. It’s essential to honour their sacrifice, and waiving fees for registration and license renewal is a meaningful way to express our gratitude for their years of dedicated service,” said Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Ernie Hudson in a government news release.

Active volunteer firefighters will also receive free vehicle registration, license plates and a free driver’s license, the release says.

As of Aug. 1, up to 700 retired volunteer firefighters live on P.E.I. and have at least 15 years of service.

“It’s wonderful to see retired volunteer firefighters receiving some financial relief,” said Gerard McMahon, president of the PEI Firefighters Associationin the release, who has been a volunteer firefighter for 42 years. “Their dedication and …