Canada - IAFF

Apr 3, 2025
Halifax agrees to cancer screening program for fire fighters, 20 new hires

A significant health and safety advance was approved unanimously by Regional Council in the wake of advocacy from IAFF Local 268 during recent budget deliberations. Councillors also agreed to add 20 fire fighters.

Canada

Cancer

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Mar 21, 2025
Flags lowered on 20th anniversary of Yellowknife LODDs

Fire fighters, local political figures and members of the community gathered March 17 to remember fire fighters Cyril Fyfe and Kevin Olson, who died in the line of duty in 2005.

Canada

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Mar 12, 2025
Fallen fire fighters honoured in British Columbia

IAFF members and political leaders joined the families of 27 fallen fire fighters who were honoured at the BC Fallen Fire Fighters Memorial Ceremony March 3 in Victoria.

Canada

Cancer

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Mar 6, 2025
Government of Canada announces new actions on PFAS

Steps to add PFAS as a full class of chemicals under Canada’s environmental laws and to further restrict their use in firefighting foams were announced March 5 at a Montreal firehall.

Canada

PFAS

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Feb 18, 2025
IAFF members respond to fiery Toronto airport crash

The crash of a Delta Airlines passenger jet Monday at Pearson Airport in Toronto was a reminder that routine aircraft movements can become dangerous in an instant. IAFF members from Pearson Airport Local 4382 and Mississauga Local 1212 responded to the accident.

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Jan 30, 2025
Dual initiatives boost fire fighter cancer awareness in St. John’s

St. John’s fire fighters recently secured a commitment that the department will transition to PFAS-free turnout gear, and rolled out cancer awareness themed fire engine in partnership with the employer.

Canada

Cancer

PFAS

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Jan 14, 2025
Iqaluit fire fighters celebrate employer’s agreement on PFAS-free gear

Iqaluit fire fighters secured a groundbreaking contract that includes a 19 per-cent wage increase, additional staffing, and a commitment to transition to PFAS-free firefighting gear, making them one of the first departments in Canada to do so, setting a new standard for others.

Canada

Cancer

PFAS

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Dec 13, 2024
IAFF RTI training reaches Quebec and Atlantic Canada

A newly trained cadre of instructors is prepared to teach fire fighters in eastern Canada how to protect structures from wildfire, following a four-day IAFF event held in Fredericton, N.B. in early December.

Canada

Legislation – Canada

Wildfire

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Nov 26, 2024
IAFF.org now available in French

The IAFF has launched a French-language version of IAFF.org, ensuring Canadian members have access to essential resources and updates in their preferred language.

Canada

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Nov 26, 2024
Supporting men’s health in the fire service for Movember

This November, fire fighters across Canada and the U.S. are growing mustaches to support Movember, a global initiative focused on men’s health and well-being.

Canada

Cancer

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Wellness and Fitness

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