Hello AFCA Members!

A quick update, since the second call for nominations yesterday, there have been no new nominations for the President position. Please consider this message as the third and final call for nominations.

Nominations can be sent to [email protected]

Stay tuned for updates!

Thank you!

Hello AFCA Members:

We had a nomination! Chief David Sturgeon Fire Chief, SCO, Director of Emergency Management, Strathmore Fire Department, nominated Chief Drayton Bussiere of Red Deer County for the position of AFCA President, in conferring with Chief Bussiere he has respectfully declined.

Hello AFCA Members:

 We are about to embark on our 2024 Electronic Vote process for expiring AFCA Board positions.  Starting off with the AFCA President. This is the 1st call for nominations for AFCA President! 

 The President of the AFCA plays a crucial role in representing the interests and vision for the leadership of the Alberta Fire Service. As official spokesperson for our collective membership, representing the Association to external agencies and interests, facilitating partnerships, advocating for our mission and strategic objectives. As head of the AFCA Board, ensures a collaborative and productive environment, overseeing and directing the Association’s affairs, which are essential for the operation and advancement of the Association.  

 AFCA President Eligibility Criteria:
Per AFCA Bylaws: 

• Candidates for President shall have served at least two (2) years on the Board.
• Must be a current Active Member in good standing according to the definition of Active Member as stated in the AFCA Bylaws. 

Kicking off, nominated as of moments ago, current AFCA President, Chief, Randy Schroeder, County Fire Chief, Lac Ste. Anne County Fire Services and Fire Chief, Town of Mayerthorpe has been nominated by Chief, David Mohl, Hanna Fire Department. Chief Schroeder has allowed his name to stand for another term.   

 Additional nominations must be submitted by Friday April 12th, to [email protected]. Late submissions will not be considered. Should more nominations be received, an electronic vote will commence on April 15th. You must be an Active AFCA Member in order to participate in this electronic vote. A voting link will be sent directly to AFCA members eligible to vote. 

 Follow along! Updates of the 2024 Elections will be shared via email, posted on our website Announcements, and in our Chiefs Chat Forum! 

 AFCA would also like to take this opportunity to thank 2024 Election scrutineers: Life Member and former AFCA Executive Director, Bill Purdy,  Life Member and former AFCA President, Brian McEvoy, Life Member, and AFCA contributor in many forms, AFCA Committees, Master of Ceremonies, Sergeant of Arms, Brad Straty.