Current news directly from IAFF locals, councils, and state/province associations
in the US and Canada.
Local 21 Election
03/26/25 - IAFF Local 21
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Join the MoCo Pipes and Drums!
03/26/25 - IAFF Local 1664
The Montgomery County Firefighter Pipes and Drums are looking for new members!
Everyone is welcome to join!
Please check out the file attachment for more information and how to contact the group to get started. |
Fire Safety House
03/26/25 - IAFF Local 1164
Livonia Fire & Rescue is thrilled to announce our brand new inflatable Fire House! Your Livonia Firefighters will be on hand to guide you on a safety tour through each room which features a built-in smoke feature as well as easy to read fire safety tips. |
Draft C&B Language for New Article
03/26/25 - IAFF Local 4045
Good Morning Brothers and Sisters!
Following yesterday's Union meeting, a Word document with the proposed language for Union officer pay has been uploaded to the Union website in the "downloads" tab. This is conceptual language that would be voted on at our next regularly scheduled Union meeting on Tuesday, 4/15/2025, @ 0930 in the conference room of Station 1. |
City Chapter Special Meeting Regarding Minimum Staffing Resolution R-25-12
03/24/25 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
A City Chapter Special Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at 10:00am in accordance with Article V, Section 6 of the IAFF Local 244 Constitution & By-Laws. The purpose of this meeting will be to discuss the Minimum Staffing Resolution (R-25-122). |
City Chapter Special Meeting Regarding Minimum Staffing Resolution R-25-12
03/24/25 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
A City Chapter Special Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at 10:00am in accordance with Article V, Section 6 of the IAFF Local 244 Constitution & By-Laws. The purpose of this meeting will be to discuss the Minimum Staffing Resolution (R-25-122). |
Support the candidates that support our community and will make public safety a top priority!
03/22/25 - Mountain View Professional Fire Fighters
Support the candidates who support our community and will make public safety a top priority!
Mike Mrla
Tiffany Heisler
Endorsed by Mountain View Professional Firefighters
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Taxpayers April 8, 2025 Ballot
03/21/25 - IAFF Local 42
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Klamm Park Invitational
03/18/25 - Kansas State Council of Fire Fighters
Local 64 Firefighters Community Services Foundation will be hosting the first annual Klamm Park Pickleball Invitational.
Join us on April 12, 2025, for a double elimination Pickleball tournament. First, Second and Third place will receive a prize along with bragging rights.
Scan the QR code below to register your team. REGSITRATION ENDS March 20, 2025. |
2025 Retiree Banquet
03/18/25 - IAFF Local 42
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Local 21 Regrets to Announce the Passing of Retired FEO Terry Grufman
03/14/25 - IAFF Local 21
UPDATED INFORMATION. |
IAFF Membership Cards
03/14/25 - IAFF local 140
Brothers and Sisters,
Per the IAFF, Local 140 will no longer request / obtain membership cards for its members. If you need a new card, the member must obtain it through the IAFF Mobile app as follows:
- Download the app by going to: https://iaff.mosaic-mobile.net/share-app.aspx
- After launching, login with the same email/password used on www.iaff.org. |
Public Safety Peer Conference Augusta
03/13/25 - PFFMaine
SAVE THE DATE! APRIL 8th & 9th, 2025
Keynote Speakers PUBLIC SAFETY, PEER SUPPORT & WELLNESS CONFERENCE
Augusta, Maine |
DOL Update on PD FMLA
03/13/25 - PFFMaine
Dear interested parties,
The Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program has added an employee resources tab to provide additional information regarding the PFML program including a estimated premium and benefit chart based on earnings. The new tab can be found on the Department’s webpage on paid family and medical leave.
Thank you. |
5.3.2025 | FFU Second Annual Gala
03/13/25 - IAFF Local 21
Please Join Firefighters United and help celebrate our 2nd annual gala on May 3rd, 2025. Tickets can be purchased below. Room block for those wanting to stay can be purchased at the Hilton link and rates end April 9th.
Contact Captain Baker @ 651-239-8400 with any questions. Hope to see you there.
https://www.eventbrite. |
2025 Scholarship Packet
03/12/25 - IAFF Local 31
Brothers and Sisters,
Attached to this email you will find the 2025 Tacoma Firefighters Scholarship information. I am happy to announce that through action of the membership, we will again be awarding two $2,500.00 scholarships and two $1,000.00 scholarships. Applications are due by Friday, May 16. Please contact the Local 31 Union Office with any questions. |
Vernon Firefighters Charitable Society Cup
03/12/25 - Vernon Professional Fire Fighters Association
On March 9th, the first annual "Vernon Firefighters Charitable Society Cup" was awarded to the top U13 rec team in Vernon. It just so happened to be Training Officer Crawford's (coach) team, which his son Tyson is the captain of, who won it. Congratulations to the team and a big thank you to the Charitable Society for sponsoring this amazing community initiative. |
Canon City Professional Fire Firefighters Association Golf Tournament
03/12/25 - Colorado Professional Fire Fighters
Canon City Professional Fire Fighters L1002 have posted their Charity Golf Tournament dates. The money raised will be donated to the CPFF Foundation. |
Grandview LODD: Curtis W. Parker
03/11/25 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters
Curtis “Curt” W. Parker, age 56, of Pleasant Hill, Missouri, passed away at home on Friday, February 28, 2025.
In September 2022, Curt was diagnosed with cancer as a result of repeated exposures to carcinogens throughout the course of his firefighting career.
Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Abundant Life, 304 SW Persels Rd. |
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Meeting with Senator Moran
03/11/25 - Kansas State Council of Fire Fighters
President Jackson and President Emeritus Wing met with Senator Moran. They updated him on the Social Security Fairness Act. Thank you Senator Moran for your support of the Firefighters across Kansas. |
2025 SFPFF Conference Announcement
03/10/25 - Southern Federation of Professional Fire Fighters
February 25, 2025
Sisters and Brothers,
Save the date and save some dollars!
It is with excitement that we announce the scheduling of the 2025 Southern Federation of Professional Fire Fighters Conference in Gulf Shores, Alabama on May 11th-12th. This Conference will be held in conjunction with the 12 & 14 District’s Educational Conference which begins on May 13th. |
Grandview LODD: Curtis W. Parker
03/10/25 - IAFF Local 42
Curtis “Curt” W. Parker, age 56, of Pleasant Hill, Missouri, passed away at home on Friday, February 28, 2025.
In September 2022, Curt was diagnosed with cancer as a result of repeated exposures to carcinogens throughout the course of his firefighting career.
Services will be held on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at Abundant Life 304 SW Persels Rd. |
Support Captain Matt Bernelis's Recovery
03/09/25 - IAFF Local 1164
Please consider donating to one of your own Livonia Firefighters. Matt is fighting his second cancer diagnosis. He still has a long recovery ahead of him and anything helps. Thank you for your kindness in helping him and his family.
https://www.theyardfoundation. |
03.12.25 | Local 21 Ski Day
03/09/25 - IAFF Local 21
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These Firefighters on Fire
03/08/25 - OPFFA
According to the 2022 census, the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs estimates the total number of firefighters in Canada at 126,000, including 14,000 women, representing 11% of the profession. |
Congratulations Derek Stamper, Shaun Fitzpatrick and Brandon Bonner on your Promotions!
03/08/25 - IAFF Local 2629
Your hard work and dedication has paid off and we look forward to the positive changes you all will bring forward in your new roles! |
Friday Update 2-28-25
03/07/25 - IAFF Local 1014
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Friday Update 2-14-25
03/07/25 - IAFF Local 1014
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Union Meeting - Saturday 8th March 2025
03/07/25 - IAFF Local S-6
Local S-6 Membership,
Please note there is a union meeting tomorrow, Saturday 8th March 2025, training room at Fire Station One @ 0745 sharp. A-Shift will be going off duty and C-Shift will be coming on duty. It's YOUR union... be involved!!!
Next month's union meeting... Saturday 12th April 2025. C-Shift will be going off duty and A-Shift will be coming on duty. |
St. Patrick’s Day shirts
03/06/25 - IAFF Local 1164
Just a few days to go, Supplies are limited.
Hello friends, family and supporters of your local Livonia firefighters union 1164. This and every year we sell St. Patrick’s Day shirts both long and short sleeve shirts for charity.
100% of proceeds go to our general charity fund to support our community.
Thanks again for your support. |
CBA's for Pittston Local 840 and Wilson Local 1914
03/06/25 - PPFFA
The collective bargaining agreements for Pittston City from Luzerne County Local 840 and Wilson Professional Firefighters Local 1914 have been added to the contract area of the website. |
County Chapter Cannabis Policy MOA-Vote & Informational Meeting
03/03/25 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
Attention Members:
IAFF 244 County Chapter will hold an Informational Meeting to discuss the proposed IAFF 244/BCFR Cannabis Policy Memorandum of Agreement (MOA). This informational meeting will be held on Monday, March 10, 2025, at 1:00pm at the Union Hall. |
Spring 2025 Blood Drive
03/02/25 - IAFF Local 1664
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$16,792. RAISED AT THIS YEARS "BATTLE OF THE BRAVEST" FOR CANCER RESEARCH
03/02/25 - Lets Fire Cancer
The 10th Annual "BATTLE OF THE BRAVEST" charity hockey game was held on March 23, 2025. The game brings together Fire Fighters from across Broome County, New York. This years event would prove not only to be an exciting game with the Binghamton Team edging out the County Team 7 - 6 in a thrilling finish. This years event raised a record $16,292. |
Two Workers Rescued
02/27/25 - IAFF Local 1164
Feb 25, 2025, four of our Livonia firefighters, assigned to the Western Wayne County Urban Search and Rescue - USAR team, assisted in the rescue of two workers trapped in a trench collapse in Wyandotte.
The USAR team is one of the most skilled in the region. |
Nominations for DVP
02/27/25 - IAFF 1826
At the bi-monthly meeting on April 3rd, 2025, the following districts' nominations for District Vice President will be held. |
Denham Springs Local 3351 Clay Shoot Fundraiser
02/27/25 - PFFA
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Click here to support FF Kienzle in his Leukemia battle
02/24/25 - IAFF Local 3650
Michael is a Firefighter/Paramedic with Redmond Fire & Rescue. Michael was recently diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of Leukemia forcing his family to temporarily relocate out of state for specialized treatment. Michael and his young family have long, hard fight ahead of them. Follow this link to donate and show your support.
Thank you,
Aaron St John
3650 Vice President |
County Chapter Cannabis Policy
02/24/25 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
Attention County Chapter Members,
The Bernalillo County Commission has placed the IAFF 244/BCFR Cannabis Policy Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on the agenda for the February 25, 2025, County Commission meeting. The MOA can be located under the 'Member Resources' tab, search for the contract folder then select 'MOU/Contracts for Approval'. |
Brothers and Sisters help if you can
02/24/25 - IAFF Local 21
Local 21 Brothers and sisters please help if you can. Lisa Zumwalde is one of our Fire Dispatchers in the RCECC for the last 24 years. She has recently been diagnosed with Metastatic Uveal (Ocular) Melanoma for the 2nd time. Unfortunately, this time it has spread to other areas of her body. After all she still showing up for work and do her best. |
Congressional Fire Service Institute (CFSI) Symposium
02/21/25 - IAFF Local 1164
Chief Jennison joined fire service leaders from Michigan and across the nation at the Congressional Fire Service Institute (CFSI) Symposium in Washington, DC. This event focused on key topics related to improving public safety and ensuring our firefighters and first responders have the resources they need to serve our community. |
Chambersburg 2022-2025 CBA
02/18/25 - PPFFA
The 2022-2025 CBA for Chambersburg has been added to the contract area of the website. |
NOFF Meeting 2/26/25 in Fairview Park
02/18/25 - Northern Ohio Fire Fighters
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New Cancer Screening Program Aims to Protect Wichita Firefighters
02/17/25 - IAFF LOCAL 135
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - A new wellness initiative will help local firefighters get yearly cancer screenings and receive preventative care for other job-related health risks.
The program, announced Thursday, is called Protect Wichita Firefighters and is a partnership between the Wichita Fire Department and Ascension Via Christi. The Kansas Health Foundation is also supporting the initiative by donating $150,000. |
May 30, 2025: The 2025 Annual UPFFA Golf Tournament
02/12/25 - UPFFA
The 2025 Annual
UPFFA Golf Tournament
Friday, May 30, 2025
Laurel View Country Club
Hamden, Ct.
The Tournament Website can be found at:
charitygolftoday.com/UPFFA25
2025 Golf Tournament Packet (Final).pdf
2025 UPFFA Golf Tournament Cover Letter (final). |
St. John's Local 4784 Gun Raffle
02/12/25 - PFFA
Please see the following message from St. John Local 4784:
Good morning Doug, is there any way you could push out this flyer for a gun raffle our union is doing? The primary point of contact for tickets will be Caleb Kihnel Cell number 1 (601) 551-7912 but they can get in touch with any member and they'll be able to assist them with ticket purchases. |
Friday Update 2-7-25
02/11/25 - IAFF Local 1014
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