Labor Wins - IAFF

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.

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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.

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Oct 9, 2025
Irving fire fighters secure first collective bargaining agreement

With support from the IAFF and state leaders, Irving, TX Local 2073’s first collective bargaining agreement establishes a plan to achieve four-person staffing on every fire apparatus by 2029.

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Sep 26, 2025
Tucson fire fighters secure cancer coverage after long battle

City Council approves workers’ comp for fire fighters with adenocarcinoma after statewide clarification of cancer law.

Cancer

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Sep 22, 2025
Ontario advances fire fighter safety with major investment in IAFF Fire Ground Survival

New funding for IAFF Fire Ground Survival training, including train-the-trainer courses, is the latest advance for the Ontario Professional Fire Fighters Association, which has cultivated a strong relationship with the province’s Progressive Conservative government.

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Sep 11, 2025
Fayetteville is first in Arkansas to enact Firefighter Bill of Rights

A new Arkansas law encourages local governments to adopt a set of rights for fire fighters when they get disciplined or are being considered for promotion. One city has already followed through.

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Aug 29, 2025
Vancouver fire fighters win arbitration over sick leave rights

City must repay up to $400K after ruling affirms fire fighters’ right to five paid sick days under B.C.’s Employment Standards Act.

Canada

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Aug 29, 2025
Stronger Together: New Jersey IAFF affiliates join forces to deliver 24/7 fire coverage

With guidance from the IAFF and the Professional Firefighters Association of New Jersey (PFANJ), IAFF Locals unite to expand 24/7 coverage, strengthen public safety, and grow community partnerships in Monmouth and Ocean Counties.

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Aug 26, 2025
Georgia department adds fire fighters to boost public safety

After more than 30 years of running fire apparatus with just two fire fighters, a Georgia fire department is increasing staffing to add a third fire fighter per apparatus.

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Aug 22, 2025
Truro, N.S., fire fighters win safer staffing levels in new agreement

A recent settlement will see the Town of Truro gradually hire additional personnel in order to ensure four fire fighters are deployed at all times. The agreement, which also includes wage increases of more than 23%, reinforces the 4 Fire Fighters 4 Your Safety campaign launched recently in Atlantic Canada.

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