We regret to advise of the death of Firefighter Michael Joseph Roy of Nanaimo BC on 6 July 2015 at the age of 68 years.

Michael was born in Ottawa ON and began his firefighting career as a Crash Rescue Firefighter in the Royal Canadian Armed Air Force.  He then pursued a second career when he joined the City of Nanaimo Fire Rescue Department. Michael retired from the Nanaimo Fire Rescue Department as a Lieutenant in 2002. 

Michael was actively involved in fundraising for the Muscular Dystrophy Association and served as the regional representative for firefighters in western Canada. 

A Celebration of Life was held at Beban Social Centre in Nanaimo BC on 26 July 2015. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Palliative Care Unit, Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation { 102-1801 Bowen Road, Nanaimo, BC V9S 1H1}.