Jan 8, 2026
Alberta Locals secure four-person minimum staffing in new contracts
Edmonton and Lethbridge fire fighters win contract language guaranteeing four-person crews.
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Jan 7, 2026
New Durango fire fighters union helps secure voter approval for staffing and station funding
Despite several challenges, Durango Professional Fire Fighters Local 5554 rallied together, mobilized their community, and saw major success during the 2025 elections.- news
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Dec 22, 2025
Winnipeg agrees to historic staffing boost following IAFF-backed campaign
Winnipeg, Man. fire fighters are celebrating a historic victory for public and fire fighter safety in the wake of a months-long, IAFF-supported campaign to increase staffing in the city.- news
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Dec 22, 2025
What they’re saying: Lawmakers praise passage of bipartisan Honor Act
Democrats and Republicans are applauding new federal legislation recognizing occupational cancer as a line-of-duty death for fire fighters.- news
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Dec 22, 2025
Ohio approves $40 million PTSD fund in major win for first responders
Governor Mike DeWine signed HB 184 into law, marking a key first step as the Ohio Association of Professional Fire Fighters works to secure long-term mental health support for Ohio fire fighters.- news
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Dec 19, 2025
2025 RECAP: IAFF continues delivering real wins for fire fighter health, safety, and retirement
From restoring retirement security, to working toward safer staffing goals, fair apparatus markets, and stronger health protections, the IAFF is delivering real change for IAFF members and the communities they serve.- news
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Dec 19, 2025
Blood Tribe Emergency Services joins IAFF as 200th Canadian Local and first First Nation affiliate
The IAFF is celebrating the addition of its 200th Canadian Local and the first affiliate to represent First Nation members.- news
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Dec 17, 2025
Trump signs Honor Act, recognizing fire fighter cancer as line-of-duty death
The IAFF-backed legislation expands federal death and education benefits for survivors.- news
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Dec 16, 2025
Sam Seibert, 106, helped preserve fire service history
Veteran San Jose fire fighter and preservationist Sam Seibert has died, but his memory will live on in his life’s work.- news
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Dec 12, 2025
New Strive for Excellence Summit expands training and certification opportunities for IAFF members
The IAFF is raising the bar on training opportunities. Whether you have been on the job for 30 weeks or 30 years, this event will have something for everyone.- news