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
2025-2026 Annual Report
Members, explore the activities, financials and stories that defined 2025-2026 for the Alberta Fire Chief's Association. The 2025-2026 Annual report...
Announcement – AFCA 2nd Vice President
Following the completion of the nomination process for the position of 2nd Vice President, and in accordance with AFCA Bylaws, we are pleased to...
Upcoming Events
Region 5 Meeting
Region 5 Meeting Thursday June 18, 2026 In-person Cartstairs Fire Department 825 Mandalay Blvd, Carstairs AB. Zoom link:...
ICISF’s Psychological Body Armor TM
The Alberta Critical Incident Peer Network (ACIPN) is pleased to offer the ICISF Courses: “The Secrets of Psychological Body ArmorTM for Emergency...
Training Opportunities
Advanced Vehicle Extrication – Crowsnest Pass
Advanced Vehicle Extrication Hands on Training Instructor: Randy Schmitz When: September 12-13 2026 Where: Crowsnest Pass, Alberta For more...
ICISF’s Psychological Body Armor TM
The ACIPN is a peer-led, peer-driven support network of first responders for first responders, whose volunteers are trained in best practices and ...
Career Opportunities
Fire Chief (Director, Fire & Emergency Medical Services) – St. Albert
The City of St. Albert is recruiting an individual to join our Fire & Emergency Medical Services Department as a Fire Chief (Director, Fire and...
Firefighter Paramedic & Non-Fire Trained ACP Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
Regional Emergency Services (RES) is expanding and recruiting Firefighter Paramedics(Primary or Advanced Care) and Non-Fire Trained Advanced Care...
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