Following the completion of the nomination process for the position of 2nd Vice President, and in accordance with AFCA Bylaws, we are pleased to announce that Chief David Mohl, Hanna Fire Department, has been acclaimed as AFCA 2nd Vice President. After three calls for nominations, Chief Mohl was...
Alberta Fire Chiefs AssociationAnnouncements
AFCA 2026 MLA Day
On March 23, 2026, the Alberta Fire Chiefs Association (AFCA) hosted its annual MLA Day at the Alberta Legislature in Edmonton. Fire Chiefs from across Alberta gathered to engage directly with Ministers and Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs), advocating on key issues impacting fire...

FSEM Receipt Issues
Please see this message from the Office of the Fire Commissioner: Greetings Fire Service Leaders It has come to our attention that some FSESM (Fire Services Exemplary Service Medal) medals are being sent directly to the nominator from the RCM (Royal Canadian Mint). The usual process is as...
Passing of Ed Pomerleau
Information to share from the Office of the Fire Commissioner, regarding Ed Pomerleau Ed Pomerleau was born on Oct 10, 1943 and passed away Jan 11, 2026. Ed started his fire career with the OFC in 1978 in Peace River until he moved to the Edmonton office in 1981. He worked with the OFC for...
AFCA Past President Brian McEvoy Celebration of Life
Join us in remembering the cherished moments and contributions of Brian McEvoy, whose legacy continues to inspire us all. Click on this link: https://northernlightsfs.ca/tribute/details/1709/Brian-McEvoy/obituary.html#tribute-start
Passing of the Alberta Fire Chiefs Association Life Member and Past President, Brian McEvoy.
Alberta Fire Chiefs AssociationProfessionals Serving ProfessionalsOffice of the President January 5, 2026 Dear AFCA Members, It is with deep sadness, we have received news of the passing of the Alberta Fire Chiefs Association Life Member and Past President, Brian McEvoy. Brian was a...

FSTP 2026_Application – OPEN
Greetings Fire Services Leaders, We are pleased to announce the opening of the 2026 FSTP Grant process. The website for the 2026 fire services grant is now active: Fire services training grant | Alberta.ca , this includes the grant application package, the grant guidelines and the grant...

Call for Speakers
The AFCA is releasing a call for speakers for the 79th Annual Conference and Trade Show, from Sunday, May 24to Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at the Westerner Park and Red Deer Resort and Casino Hotel, Red Deer, AB.Abstract Submission Proposals are invited for keynote addresses and workshops. All...
Tariffs on Firefighting Equipment
Good Afternoon AFCA Members: You may be aware (if you’re not already) of a potential challenge that fire departments and municipalities may be faced with shortly. As part of the Government of Canada’s currently planned second round of retaliatory tariffs against the US, all types of trucks coming...

