Retired Ottawa Firefighters Association

The # 1 Source of Information for Retired and Active Firefighters

The Retired Ottawa Firefighters Association (ROFFA) was founded in 2010, by a group of Ottawa Retired Firefighters for the purpose of establishing an organization dedicated to serving retired Ottawa Firefighters, their spouses, widows and widowers.

Once an active Ottawa Firefighter retires, he or she automatically becomes a Member of ROFFA.

Please inform us of your retirement to be added to the ROFFA email alert list.

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Tribute to Firefighters 2020

Bytown Fire Brigade

For more info and/or to be included in the draw please e-mail

Fire Fighters' 50/50 DRAW

November 2020 Winner

$2,305

Steve Mattice – 23’A’

More information about the 50/50 draw >

Upcoming Events

The 4th Annual ROFFA Golf Tournament

COMING UP - SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

eQuinelle Golf Course

Details to follow

Death Notices

ROFFA member/former OFD Captain Bud Moffett

Passed away on February 28, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing early this morning and peacefully in his sleep, Baird “Bud” Moffett at the age of 92.

More details will be posted as they become available.

Former OFD Firefighter Ed Dale

Passed away on December 30, 2020

Ed's memorial service will be private for the family. In honour of Ed, memorial contributions to the Alzheimer's Society of Lanark County 115 Christie Lake Rd Perth, ON, K7H 3C6 would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements are in the care of Blair & Son Funeral Directors, Perth. Read More >

ROFFA member/former District Chief Martin Michels

Passed away on January 26, 2021

Martin Michels passed away peacefully following a valiant battle with pancreatic cancer at the age of 67, with his family by his side. Martin became a professional firefighter in 1980, retiring as a District Chief after 33 years. Martin was not just a firefighter but a mentor to so many young firefighters who have spoken of how the wisdom and knowledge Martin shared with them helped them in their careers and in their lives. He was privileged to have worked with amazing firefighters who became lifelong friends. Read More >

ROFFA member/retired Nepean FD Firefighter Roger LaBrash

Passed away on January 18, 2021

Roger passed away after a courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia. A firefighter to his core, Roger was always quick to lend a helping hand or assist anyone in need. He will be dearly missed. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. Donations to charity of your choice appreciated. Read More >