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Hello AFCA Members:
President Schroeder recently had the privilege to be a guest on Fire Fighting in Canada: The Podcast with host Tom DeSorcy discussing volunteer fire fighter recruitment and retention.
Please join us in congratulating Chief Randy Schroeder, President of the Alberta Fire Chiefs Association, on his appointment as Vice Chair of the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs, National Advisory Council!
The National Advisory Council (NAC) includes fire leadership from across the country, including provincial and territorial associations, the Canadian Council of Fire Marshal’s and Fire Commissioners, Aboriginal Firefighters Association of Canada, Department of National Defence, Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association, Canadian Metro Chiefs, and the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation. The NAC is required per the CAFC bylaws to ensure that the views of the fire sector are coordinated,and that when required, advise CAFC Board to provide credible, informed, inclusive, and robust advice on nationally or federally relevant issues and approaches.
Chief Schroeder’s dedication and passion for Alberta fire services will serve our province and the nation well at the highest level. We are proud to have such a strong advocate representing Alberta!
The Alberta Fire Chiefs Association (AFCA) Recruitment and Retention Committee is conducting a critical survey aimed at understanding the successes and challenges faced by volunteer fire departments across the province. Your participation is essential in helping us gather valuable insights that will guide our efforts to support and strengthen the volunteer fire service.
The purpose of this survey is to gather information on the experiences within volunteer fire departments, identifying both the successes and the challenges encountered. The data collected will be shared to encourage discussions among departments and communities about how to address these challenges. Additionally, the insights will help us develop targeted recommendations and tools for recruitment and retention.
This survey is intended for firefighters, fire chiefs, and municipal representatives who are involved in or have experience with a volunteer fire service. For the purposes of this survey, “volunteer” is defined as those who serve without remuneration, are paid-on-call, receive a stipend, are part of a composite department, or hold any similar position that fits the category of non-salaried fire personnel.
The survey is structured into three streams, each tailored to a specific perspective: firefighters, fire chiefs, and municipal representatives. The first question will ask you to select the stream or perspective you are responding from, and the survey will then guide you through the appropriate set of questions.
Please take the time to complete this survey by end of the day on Friday, September 27th, 2024. Your feedback is invaluable in shaping the future of the volunteer fire service in Alberta.
Click → Volunteer Fire Service Recruitment and Retention Survey
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Thank you in advance for your time and input. Your participation will make a significant difference in our collective efforts to support and enhance the volunteer fire service across the province.
Alberta Fire Chiefs Association
The Alberta Fire Chiefs Association (AFCA) is proud to announce the launch of a new safety initiative: the Roadside Safety Incident Reporting Tool. This tool represents a significant step forward in our ongoing commitment to the safety of first responders and partners across Alberta.
Every day, first responders, public work personnel, and all individuals involved in roadside activities face unpredictable dangers while working on our roads and highways. To address this, the AFCA has developed an innovative system to gather crucial evidence and data on roadside safety issues. We’re focusing on real-life accounts and data from near-miss situations where our dedicated crews, individuals, and personnel have been put at risk by passing motorists or other hazards.
We’ve streamlined the reporting process to ensure that your experiences are captured with minimal hassle. A simple one-click link takes you directly to a form where you can report incidents such as near misses, non-compliant motorists, or any other dangers that you encounter while on duty.
Your voice matters, and your reports are the foundation of our advocacy and policy-making efforts.
Your participation is crucial. The data collected through this tool will not only highlight the challenges faced by first responders and all those working along our roadways, but also drive the changes necessary for enhanced roadside safety. We stand with you and are committed to supporting you in every way we can.
The AFCA understands the daily challenges you confront. By uniting our voices, we can advocate for the essential changes needed to ensure the safety of everyone on the road – first responders and the public alike.
We extend our deepest gratitude for your unwavering dedication to public safety. Your cooperation in this critical matter is invaluable.