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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...
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...
Alberta Fire Chiefs Association Professionals Serving Professionals Alberta Fire Chiefs Association (AFCA) Response to Minister Loewen's Media Statement of February 20, 2024 The Alberta Fire Chiefs Association (AFCA) Board of Directors, following a board meeting on February 21, 2024, wishes to...
ARE YOU A FIREFIGHTER? WE INVITE YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN AN ONLINE SURVEY TO BETTERUNDERSTAND THE ROLE OF SOCIAL SUPPORTS IN PROMOTING THEPSYCHOSOCIAL HEALTH AND RESILIENCE OF FIREFIGHTERS INALBERTA 10 TO 15 MINUTES IN APPRECIATION 20 RESPONDENTS WILL BERANDOMLY SELECTED FOR A $50 GIFT CARD...
Alberta Fire Chiefs Association Professionals Serving Professionals Office of The President OPEN LETTER TO Members of the Government of Alberta Edmonton, Alberta – January 31, 2024 Significant Concern Over Impending Wildfire Season Dear Honourable Members of the Alberta Government, With the...
The office of the Provincial Fire Administrator, Community and Technical Support, Technical & Corporate Services Division, Municipal Affairs has approved the attached notice on the publication of the National Building Code - 2023 Alberta Edition, National Fire Code - 2023 Alberta Edition and...
Dear AFCA Trades, The Alberta Fire Chiefs Association (AFCA) is excited to announce the launch of its Five Stripe Vendor Program. This innovative initiative is designed to recognize and foster strong professional relationships with vendors who have consistently demonstrated exceptional service and...
Dear AFCA Members: We would like to take this moment to highlight the ALBERTA FIRE SERVICES CORE COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK free, online, Risk Management Framework tool for fire departments across Alberta to utilize. Tool is continuously updated to stay current with relevancy, legislation, and industry...
The fire service, with its rich history and pivotal role in society, has undergone significant transformations over the decades. In this illuminating article, Chief Bill Purdy, a life member of the Alberta Fire Chiefs Association, delves into the intricate tapestry of change within the fire...
Recent changes to Bill 5's safety provisions have raised serious concerns for the Alberta Fire Chiefs Association (AFCA). Our commitment to the safety of all Albertans has led us to voice our disappointment and actively seek clarity. We believe in a unified approach to road safety and will always...