You know - things in life can really suck. Like losing a good friend and a great man to cancer. RIP Chris Francescone. You touched and improved so many lives, always doing so with a laugh and a smile. You will be missed. Say hi to Quinn for us.

RIP Chris Francescone. I was blessed to have Chris as a friend and on our OPFFA Eboard. His commitment to the well-being of his peers exemplified his unwavering kindness to everyone. A true family man, a courageous firefighter, a fierce union leader. Gone too soon RIP Brother🙏

Today, we honour and remember our dear friend and brother, Chris Francescone, who tragically passed away last night. Chris was the Secretary-Treasurer of the OPFFA from 2014-2016 where he advocated for protection for firefighters across Ontario, including the presumptive

An informative meeting: the #OPFFA #WSIB Committee (Corey Thompson, Jeff Goldthorpe & Howard Herman) met with Principal Officers & Board Liaison Jason Corazza to discuss strategies on how to best support our #firefighter members.

Our 162 Brother Matt is in need of a liver transplant. If live organ donation is something you have ever considered please check the link and see if you are an eligible donor/ potential match! Leave no Brother behind. Please share!

This afternoon, I had the pleasure to host my friend Richard Sookraj at The Capitol Hill Club. Richard is the Chief Advisor to Minister @MPPKerzner & Associate Minister Graham McGregor at Ontario's Ministry of the Solicitor General. Richard and I strategized on how to strengthen

We are saddened to share the news that retired Fire Chief Garth Dix has passed away. The City of Brantford's flags have been lowered to half-mast in remembrance of former Chief Dix, who dedicated his career to serving our community. Chief Dix began his career with the Brantford

Celebrating the retirement of Captain Andy Maunder, after more than 27 years of dedicated service with MFES. Andy has been a positive influence on all who have had the pleasure to work with him and he will be missed. Best wishes for a long and healthy retirement.

Thank you, Deborah St-Victor, for taking the time to write about Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month. This article highlights the risks firefighters face—putting their lives on the line while battling toxic exposures that increase their chances of developing cancer no matter how

Proud to see our own Gavin Jacklyn alongside Neil representing at the University of Miami’s Firefighter Cancer Initiative event! Raising awareness, supporting research, and standing together in the fight against occupational cancer. #OneTeamOneFight

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Congratulations Brother Chris Wheeler, retired IAFF 485 Member, on receiving the King’s Medal from ⁦Chris Bittle⁩ for his decades of service helping injured workers. Your past and continuing work has helped hundreds of injured workers and their families!

🔥 Six types of cancer have been added to the list of those deemed occupational for #Quebec fire fighters, bringing the total to 15. Details: 🔽 brnw.ch/21wS2FU

Honoured to have my son in the audience on the Day of Mourning, hearing stories from workers & families. It’s never too early to talk safety. At home, we teach him to play safe & speak up. We're raising the next gen of empowered workers starting with the confidence to speak.

Huge thanks to retired Local 481 WellandFire Jeff Claxton (26 Year Member) for his tireless work on this custom Honour Guard box. This one of a kind piece will be used to honour our fallen firefighters and our long serving traditions in the fire service across Canada and the US.

Honoured to be elected President of Sudbury&District Labour Council for a third term. Thank you to my nominator, delegates & affiliates for your trust. Grateful to the outgoing exec,and excited to work with the new team. Let’s keep pushing for workers in Sudbury together, we make positive change

One of the best there is !!!

Ottawa fire fighter donates liver: 'I feel very fortunate to have been chosen' - IAFF - goo.gl/alerts/GDJ2tS #GoogleAlerts

We’re wishing all the athletes the best of luck as the 2025 Provincial Summer Games kick off today! We hope you enjoy your stay here in Brantford — welcome and have a great competition! 🏅

Congratulations to former Toronto Firefighters President James Reed on his well-earned retirement. Surrounded by past Presidents Jim Lee, Scott Marks, Frank Ramagnano, and Kevin McCarthy, we honoured his leadership and contributions to Toronto Fire Services. #Toronto