Welcome to the
Alberta Fire Chiefs Association
The AFCA is committed to excellence in the provision of member-client services. As a progressive organization we offer creative solutions, promote and support life safety, preventative and protective services based on the values and principles of our members.
Our History
Established in 1948, the AFCA undertook the mission and began the task of promoting excellence in fire protection. Right from the beginning, members of the Association worked collectively to promote information sharing and joint problem solving to minimize the impacts of fires on Alberta’s communities.
700+
MEMBERS
400+
ORGANIZATIONS REPRESENTED
6000+
YEARS OF COLLECTIVE FIRE SERVICE EXPERIENCE
Our Vision
To be the recognized advocate and resource for the leadership of the Alberta Fire Service.
Our Mission
To promote and support those providing fire protection, first response, and other related emergency services for the advancement of public and firefighter/first responder safety in Alberta
Latest News & Events
Recent Posts
Expression of Interest – Provincial Wildland Urban Interface Program Expansion
Hello AFCA Members: Please see the information from AEMA and the Foresty's Operations Branch with regards to a new 2024-25 WUI Teams Expansion...
President Schroeder Navigating the Future of Fire Fighting – Fire Fighting In Canada: The Podcast
President Schroeder recently had the privilege to be a guest on Fire Fighting in Canada: The Podcast with host Tom DeSorcy discussing volunteer fire...
Upcoming Events
AFCA MONTHLY BOARD MEETING
AFCA MONTHLY BOARD MEETING Wednesday, September 10th, 2025 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
2025 Training Symposium hosted by the Strathcona County Firefighters Honour Guard
2025 Training Symposium A two-day fire department training symposium in support of the Strathcona County Firefighters Honour Guard. Welcome to the...
Training Opportunities
Nozzle Forward – Kananaskis Improvement District
This course is available to members of recognized emergency services organizations. This course is being delivered at the Kananaskis Emergency...
Fatal Fire Investigations – Fire Investigation Association of Alberta
Join the FIAA on June 12-13, 2025, in Nisku, Alberta, for an in-depth Fatal Fire Investigations course led by Dr. Elayne Pope, an expert in forensic...
Career Opportunities
Alberta Fire Chiefs Association Request for Proposal – Alberta Fire Services Core Competency Framework Enhancement Project
The Alberta Fire Chiefs Association (AFCA) is seeking the expertise of knowledgeable consultants to execute the enhancement of the Alberta Fire...
NEWELL REGIONAL DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYNEWELL REGIONAL DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF The County of Newell is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our team as the Newell...
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