International Association Of Fire Fighters

• Fredericton firefighters receive special training to combat wildfires near populated areas

  The program, run by the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), teaches command, control and tactical decision-making when protecting structures exposed to wildfire.

  Fire

  May 15
  
• Firefighters receive special training to combat wildfires near urban communities

  With wildfires becoming more common and closer to communities near forests and grasslands, the International Association of Fire Fighters said it's time to think outside the box.

  Fire

  May 28, 2024
  
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• Firefighters raise awareness of cancer risks

  According to the International Association of Fire Fighters, 52 full-time Alberta firefighters have died from recognized occupational cancers in the last decade.

  Perspectives

  Jan 18, 2022
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• Firefighters cut, station to close as part of new Saint John fire budget

  Saint John Common Council has voted to cut $1.875 million from the Saint John fire budget. The move will close the #8 Fire Station in Millidgeville and eliminate 24 firefighter positions.

  Economy

  Jun 24, 2020
• ‘Be more like Skyler’: Fallen Nova Scotia firefighter laid to rest

  Skyler Blackie died as a result of injuries he received during a training session at the Nova Scotia Firefighters School earlier in March. He was 28.

  Canada

  Mar 30, 2019
• Fire Fighters for Alberta endorse NDP in provincial election

  Alberta fire fighters have formed a Third Party Advertiser to get out the word they support the NDP in the Alberta election.

  Politics

  Mar 28, 2019
• Fort McMurray wildfire will shorten lives of firefighters: union

  Many Fort McMurray firefighters, unable to wear their usual air masks while battling a giant wildfire that attacked the northern Alberta city, are being screened for health problems because they spent several days breathing in hazardous smoke.

  Environment

  Jul 11, 2016