News & Events

Dr. Nick Carleton (University of Regina) and Dr. Renee MacPhee (Wilfred Laurier University) will discuss the latest research by the Canadian Institute for Public Safety and Research Treatment (CIPSRT) on suicide risks and prevention among public safety personnel in Canada.… Read More

The second Sunday in September of each year is now designated in memory of firefighters who have fallen in the line of duty. On that day, the Canadian flag will be half-masted on all federal buildings and establishments. Read More

The main training forum for northwestern fire services will be held on September 6-9, 2018 in Thunder Bay. Program Topics: Program A - SCBA, PPE and Safety for the New Firefighter Program B – Search & Rescue Program C -… Read More

The Fire Fighters’ Association of Ontario’s (FFAO) annual convention will be hosted by the Grand Valley Firefighters’ Association and The Grand Valley & District Fire Department from July 30th to August 3rd. Come and join FFAO for a week of… Read More

Red Dress Productions and Fire Service Women Ontario present Where There is Smoke, an interactive, audio installation featuring women firefighters' stories of standout and workaday moments from the community and the fire hall; a multi-dimensional portrait of career and volunteer… Read More

The 24th Annual Fire Department Information (FDIC) Conference Atlanta provides quality training and education for fire service personnel from New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland & Labrador. Read More

Mississauga Fire's Wellness Fitness Initiative (WFI) is hosting the 3rd WFI Open House on May 31st. Fire department across the Greater Toronto Area are encouraged to attend the day-long event, discuss firefighter health and wellness, and learn how to develop… Read More

The 2018 International Association of Women in Fire & Emergency Services (iWomen) Conference will be hosted by the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department on May 24-26, 2018. Read More

All members of the fire service are invited to join this year's Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs Trade Show. Read More

"The Canadian Critical Incident Conference/training brings together an exciting agenda of anticipated sessions and speakers, accredited training, along with a diverse group of delegates to explore the ever changing field of Crisis Management. You will hear from leading experts in… Read More

FDIC International is the largest gathering of fire professionals worldwide. Join attendees and exhibiting companies from around the world for a week of informative fire-focused meetings, workshops, tours, an extensive program and exhibition. Read More

The Women Firefighter Narrative Visibility Project (WFNVP), hosted by Fire Service Women Ontario and Red Dress Production, is looking for female firefighters to artistically share their stories. No artistic experience necessary! Workshops will be offered at Toronto and Hamilton. "With… Read More