It's that time of year again. The 2015 Greater Vancouver Hall of Flame calendar is set to launch on Saturday, and for the first time in a few years it features a Burnaby firefighter.

Sean has worked for the department for five years but this is his first year as the department's "poster" boy. The 28-year-old told the NOW he isn't shy and jumped at the chance to participate.

"I talked to other members in my department that have done the calendar in the past, and it just seemed like a great opportunity to raise money for various charities in a fun way," he said.

Sean is among 13 firefighters (including the very first female firefighter) from across the Lower Mainland who were chosen for the 28th calendar at an audition in May.

The audition process isn't as gruelling as one would think, especially when there are only 12 months to fill, Sean said. The contestants were asked to mingle with the crowd and after that, everyone in attendance voted for their favourite firefighter.

"The guys with the most votes moved on to make the calendar," Sean said.

Once chosen, Sean - also known as Mr. August - had his photo taken for the calendar, which was easier than it looks, he said.

"I'm not a shy person at all," he said, adding the experience was straightforward and lasted only about five minutes. "It was a fun day."

Proceeds from the sale of the calendars go to the Vancouver Firefighters' Charitable Society, which in turn donates the money to a variety of local charities, including the B.C. Professional Firefighters Association Burn Fund, the CKNW Orphan's Fund, B.C. Children's Hospital and many more.

This year, each firefighter is also fundraising for a charity of his or her choice by way of a FundAid campaign (see FundAid.ca). Half of the money raised will go towards the firefighters' charity of choice while the remaining half will be donated to the Vancouver Firefighters' Charitable Society, which produces the calendar.

Sean's charity of choice is one near and dear to his heart – the B.C. Lung Association.

"Every year I do the Stairclimb for Clean Air in Vancouver, and it's probably one of the main charities I support," he said.

Sean thought donating a portion of his FundAid campaign earnings to the lung association would be a great way to continue his support for an organization that helps so many people.

"I'm sure everyone's been affected or knows someone who's been affected by COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) or asthma or lung cancer," he said.

The FundAid campaign kicked off on Wednesday afternoon while the official launch of the 2015 Hall of Flame calendar takes place on Saturday, Sept. 13 at 6 p.m. at the Imperial at 315 Main St. in Vancouver.

Sean said it feels really good being part of such an exciting fundraiser and can't wait for the sales to start.

"Last year they raised over $85,000 and this year we have a goal to raise $100,000, so it feels great to be part of that," he said.

Calendars will be available for purchase at London Drugs.

For more information on the launch event, visit www.vancouverfirefighters.ca/Hall_of_Flame_Calendar.

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