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How to become a fire fighter: Step-by-step tips from IAFF members
09/16/2025Here's how to join the fire service in the U.S. and Canada. What they’re saying: Senators, IAFF press apparatus manufacturers over delays and costs
09/16/2025Rising costs and delivery delays are putting the safety of fire fighters – and those they serve – at risk. Canada and U.S. youth programs help recruit future fire fighters
09/15/2025Programs across North America led by IAFF members help spark interest in the fire service, shaping its future. Fayetteville is first in Arkansas to enact Firefighter Bill of Rights
09/11/2025A 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. Alberta fire fighters warn city’s staffing policy puts safety at risk
09/11/2025Red Deer fire fighters warn that dynamic staffing policy leaves fire fighters short-handed and the public less safe. Kelly warns Senate: ‘Apparatus monopoly is jeopardizing public safety’
09/11/2025The IAFF is fighting back against apparatus price hikes and delays from manufacturers, ensuring fire fighters can serve their communities safely and effectively. 9/11 responders face a growing death toll and healthcare crisis
09/10/2025Thousands of first responders still suffer from Sept. 11-related cancer and chronic illness. The program they rely on now faces a funding crisis, and the IAFF is urging Congress to act before it’s too late. FDNY retiree’s kidney donation leads to 9/11 cancer diagnosis
09/09/2025Retired Lt. Joe Sesack discovered stage four pancreatic cancer during donor screening, underscoring the health risks fire fighters still face from Ground Zero exposure. How fire fighters use lessons from past storms to save lives in floods and hurricanes
09/08/2025IAFF members are first on the call for hazards like flash floods and hurricanes, where training and resources make the difference. Tracadie, N.B. fire fighters join growing IAFF ranks in Canada
09/05/2025Following its recent affiliation with the IAFF, Tracadie Local 5428 is striving to improve its department's response capabilities and to bring wages and working conditions in line with other northern New Brunswick affiliates.