The return of Local 988 strengthens the French-speaking fire fighters’ voice within the IAFF and marks a major milestone for fire fighters across Québec and Canada.
The provincial association is receiving integral support from the IAFF’s Medical Assistance Program in its efforts to become a world leader in occupational disease presumptions.
The new law follows a multi-year IAFF campaign to address rising violence against fire fighters and paramedics, particularly during emergency medical responses.
Long sought by Local 255, the new committee will give the fire service a stronger voice in decisions affecting staffing, apparatus, infrastructure, and public safety.
Ahead of Canada’s next federal budget, the IAFF is calling for updates to line-of-duty benefits, expanded HazMat training, and investments in emergency preparedness.