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IAFF Locals give back for the Thanksgiving holiday
IAFF Locals across the U.S. celebrate Thanksgiving by holding food drives and community initiatives.
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IAFF.org now available in French
The IAFF has launched a French-language version of IAFF.org, ensuring Canadian members have access to essential resources and updates in their preferred language.
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Supporting men’s health in the fire service for Movember
This November, fire fighters across Canada and the U.S. are growing mustaches to support Movember, a global initiative focused on men’s health and well-being.
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Vancouver Canucks celebrate local heroes at second annual Firefighters Night
Canucks Captain Quinn Hughes – grandson of a New York City fire fighter – was presented with a special helmet on behalf of Kelowna, BC Local 953, Whistler Fire Rescue Services and Whistler, BC Local 3944.
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How to navigate the grant application process to fund fire department resources
Boots on the ground and appropriate resources are critical when it comes to providing adequate emergency response to the community. Federal programs like the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) and Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant are available to departments that need funding assistance. Here’s what your Local needs to know.
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IAFF, chiefs look to revamp Wellness-Fitness Initiative
Members of the Wellness Fitness Initiative Task Force met in Washington, D.C., to discuss the future of the initiative and how to make it more accessible to those who need it.
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New Hampshire fire fighters ratchet up legal efforts to win back pension benefits
The Professional Fire Fighters of New Hampshire are not backing down from a long fight to restore pension benefits.
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New Pennsylvania law better protects fire fighters diagnosed with PTSI
Pennsylvania fire fighters diagnosed with PTSI will be eligible for workers’ compensation coverage when a new law takes effect next year.
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Illinois Local wins IAFF’s Pink T-Shirt contest
Carpentersville, IL Local 4790 wins IAFF’s Best Pink T-Shirt Contest for shirt combing breast cancer awareness and Hispanic Heritage Month.
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IAFF members awarded $1,000 at annual Labor Day Union Plus event
This year’s event was held virtually and included a $250,000 prize pool, including vacation giveaways and additional sweepstakes for union members across the U.S.
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