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  • May 6, 2019

    Canada Announces $80 Million for IAFF LODD Benefit

    The IAFF welcomes the federal government’s announcement of $80 million for a national Community Heroes benefit for the families of Canada’s fallen fire fighters and other public safety officers. The […]
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  • May 6, 2019

    Canadian Policy Conference Focuses on Fire Fighter Safety

    Canadian IAFF leaders advanced several fire fighter health and safety priorities, among other issues addressed at the Biennial Canadian Policy Conference in Kingston, Ontario August 21-23. More than 100 delegates […]
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  • May 6, 2019

    Passing of Gerry Huget

    The IAFF is sad to report the passing of Captain Gerry Huget, former president of Regina, SK Local 181 and the Saskatchewan Professional Fire Fighters Association (SPFFA) who died Saturday, September […]
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  • Apr 14, 2019

    Hollywood Local Wins Back Pensions and Pay

    Hollywood, FL Local 1375 is relishing a hard-fought victory eight years after city officials unilaterally cut pay and pensions and increased working hours for its professional fire fighters. Thanks to […]
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  • Apr 14, 2019

    Mount Pleasant Local 4693 Wins Increased Staffing

    Good things are happening for Mount Pleasant, SC Local 4693, including winning approval for a five-year plan to increase staffing and other fire department resources. With help from the IAFF […]
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  • Apr 14, 2019

    Idaho Local Elects All Female Executive Board

    With women making up only about 4 percent of fire fighters, the all-female executive board of Teton County, ID Local 4667 is truly unique among IAFF affiliates. IAFF 7th District […]
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