Dec 8, 2025
The work that saves lives
Inside the IAFF Division taking on cancer, safety, and the science of keeping fire fighters alive and well.
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Dec 5, 2025
Fire truck delays and rising costs strain Canada’s fire service
Ridiculous wait times and soaring prices for new fire engines. It’s not just inconvenient; it’s dangerous.- news
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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.- news
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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.- news
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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.- news
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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.- news
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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.- news
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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.- news
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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).- news
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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.- news