News - IAFF

Feb 20, 2026
Canada extends IAFF HazMat training with $1.5 million grant

The renewed funding will support nationwide HazMat training through 2029, preparing at least 1,500 emergency responders to safely manage hazardous materials incidents.

Canada

Occupational Safety

Training

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Feb 10, 2026
Guardian Policy win protects fire fighters’ free speech in the South

A Greenville, SC Local 2261 member fired for raising safety and morale concerns can move forward with a Guardian Policy lawsuit after a federal court rejected qualified immunity claims.

Labor Rights

Labor Wins

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Feb 10, 2026
Saskatoon paramedics take job action after two years without a contract

Emergency services will continue as Local 3270 pushes for a contract to stabilize emergency care.

Canada

Collective Bargaining

Labor Rights

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Feb 10, 2026
Apply now for the IAFF’s political and communications training academies

Applications close Feb. 18 for two hands-on academies focused on political action and advanced strategic communications.

Training

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Feb 9, 2026
Saint Louis fire fighters prevail in a long fight over promotions

A circuit court judge’s ruling put an end to a four-year battle over promotion freezes at the Saint Louis Fire Department.

Labor Wins

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Feb 6, 2026
This winter has been tough, but IAFF members have been tougher

In the bitter cold and through inches of snow and ice, IAFF members across the country continue to rise above tough winter conditions to keep the members of their communities safe.

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Feb 6, 2026
CSA Group chooses IAFF experts for wildland safety workshops

The virtual sessions will focus on occupational hazards and training effectiveness.

Canada

Occupational Safety

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Feb 6, 2026
Rail safety reforms gain renewed push amid ongoing derailments

The IAFF-backed Railway Safety Act would expand HazMat training, require real-time information transmitted to responders, and strengthen rail safety standards.

Legislation – US

Occupational Safety

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Feb 6, 2026
Montana captain’s son heads to Paralympics

Local 2457 Capt. Cooper Berry’s son, Jack, heads to Milan in the coming weeks to compete for Team USA in Nordic skiing.

Giving Back

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Feb 4, 2026
Congress passes 2026 funding bill protecting 9/11 responders

The IAFF-backed package includes increased staffing and equipment funding for fire departments nationwide and avoids a government shutdown.

Legislation – US

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