News - IAFF

Dec 5, 2025
Donations help Asheville fire fighters train for life-saving flood rescues

After Hurricane Helene, Asheville crews turned donated relief dollars into training during a weeklong trip to the New River in West Virginia. 

Training

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Dec 4, 2025
Saskatchewan IAFF members ask for mental health funding and EMS reforms at provincial lobby

Delegates attending the SPFFPA’s 28th provincial lobby advanced legislative priorities on behalf of 10 locals in group meetings with governing Saskatchewan Party MLAs and with opposition New Democratic Party members.

Canada

Legislation – Canada

Occupational Safety

Political Action – Canada

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Dec 3, 2025
IAFF Locals rally to support federal fire fighters working without pay

More than 100 federal fire fighters received direct assistance through the IAFF’s Adopt a Family program, coordinated by 16th District Field Service Representative Joe Love.

Giving Back

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Nov 26, 2025
Amherst fire fighters warn: ‘Staffing shortages are putting lives at risk’

Amherst, MA Local 1764 calls for increased staffing after major fire exposes dangerous gaps.

Labor Rights

Occupational Safety

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Nov 21, 2025
Jackson fire fighters secure first contract in decades

New collective bargaining agreement, upgraded station, and a $1M engine mark a major turning point for Local 87 and the city.

Collective Bargaining

Labor Rights

Labor Wins

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Nov 21, 2025
IAFF Locals lead community giving efforts for the holidays

Fire fighters and emergency medical workers across the IAFF strengthen community ties through food drives, kindness campaigns, and toy drive traditions.

Giving Back

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Nov 21, 2025
Canadian fire fighters needed for national PTSI survey before deadline

A partnership between the IAFF and researchers at one of Canada’s leading institutions for first responder mental health is giving members a unique opportunity to help shape future standards and treatments for post-traumatic stress injury (PTSI).

Behavioral Health

Canada

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Nov 14, 2025
Cincinnati fire fighters win on pay parity and job-related illness leave

Cincinnati Local 48 fire fighters refused to back down on the two most critical issues for the membership. And they won.

Labor Wins

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Nov 14, 2025
More firehouses earn IAFF’s 100% union designation

Firehouses across the U.S. and Canada are earning 100% union status as participation in the IAFF’s 100% Union Firehouse Initiative continues to grow.

Canada

Labor Rights

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Nov 13, 2025
The government shutdown is over: Here’s what it means for federal fire fighters

After more than 40 days of funding battles, Congress has finally struck a deal to reopen the U.S. government.

Legislation – US

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