Ontario Professional Fire Fighters Association

Who We Are
Established in 1920, the Ontario Professional Fire Fighters Association is the representative voice for more than 12,000 professional full-time firefighters in over 80 cities and towns, servicing over 85% of Ontario's population.

What We Do
The Ontario Professional Fire Fighters Association provides leadership, representation, education, and support to improve the personal and professional lives of Ontario's fire service professionals.

Who We Represent
Today’s professional firefighters are available 24/7/365 to respond quickly to serious medical emergencies, motor vehicle accidents, hazardous materials calls, industrial accidents, ice/water, and other technical rescues.

These Firefighters on Fire

According to the 2022 census, the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs estimates the total number of firefighters in Canada at 126,000, including 14,000 women, representing 11% of the profession.

OPFFA Supports Doug Ford

The Ontario Professional Fire Fighters Association (OPFFA) endorses Doug Ford and his leadership of the Ontario Progressive Conservative Party in the upcoming provincial election.

Ford Government makes significant investment in PTSI

It’s incredible to see a Premier so invested in the health and safety of this province’s firefighters. Premier Ford continues to show his support for firefighter health and wellness with a generous investment to The Runnymede First Responders Post Traumatic Stress Injury Rehabilitation Centre.

Colon and Kidney Legislation

Today we are thrilled to celebrate another milestone in firefighter health and safety. We started the year with 4 priorities regarding firefighter cancer coverage, and today the final 2 have been addressed by the government.

Skin Cancer Legislation

Today we celebrate a milestone in firefighter health and safety. The passing of new legislation that reduces the required time worked for many skin cancers from 15, down to 10 years.