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Members - As we begin a new year, we are also beginning a new chapter as a Union. Although I will be taking seat as the new Union President this is not my Union this is OUR Union. Moving forward I would like for us to move away from the negativity and get back to the tight knit family oriented group that we once were.IAFF Local Newswire Join the Newswire!
Updated: Oct. 18 (13:00)
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Fire fighters warn single-exit housing designs put residents at greater risk
10/17/2025The IAFF and other fire service groups are pushing back against proposals in the United States and Canada that would allow single-stairwell residential buildings, saying they jeopardize escape routes and complicate fire fighter response. Virginia expands cancer coverage for fire fighters after Loudoun County captain’s death
10/17/2025A new law clarifies that esophageal and related cancers are covered under Virginia’s presumptive statute – thanks to IAFF advocacy and Local action. Senate passes bipartisan Honor Act recognizing fire fighter cancer as line-of-duty
10/17/2025IAFF-backed bill extending PSOB benefits to families of fire fighters who die from job-related cancer now moves to U.S. House. IAFF urges Parliament to protect fire fighters and paramedics from rising violence
10/16/2025Union pushes for Criminal Code amendments as attacks on first responders increase across Canada. How to become an EMT / Paramedic: Step-by-step tips from IAFF members
10/14/2025Here’s how to start a career in EMS in the U.S. and Canada. Altoona fire fighters secure five-year contract with major gains in pay and staffing
10/10/2025New agreement adds six hires, boosts wages and wellness benefits, and strengthens public safety across the city. Nova Scotia responds to calls for safer, stronger fire services
10/10/2025The tragic loss of a Truro, NS Local 1627 member in a 2019 training accident, and the advocacy of his family and the IAFF, has led to new legislation aimed at improving safety standards and strengthening fire services throughout Nova Scotia. Photo caption: Far left Truro, NS Local 1627 member Errison Blackie (brother of Skyler Blackie) and Halifax, NS Local 268 President Brendan Meagher. Center: Minister Kim Masland. Far right APPFFA VP Mike Sears and APPFFA President Joe Triff. IAFF mobilizes to support federal members during shutdown
10/10/2025As federal fire fighters continue working without pay, the IAFF is pressing Congress to reopen the government and pay federal fire fighters for their work. Irving fire fighters secure first collective bargaining agreement
10/09/2025With 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. Outdated rigs and years-long delays: How the apparatus crisis is hitting IAFF members on the ground
10/03/2025Departments big and small are unable to secure new fire engines, trucks, and pumpers – and it’s putting their communities in danger.