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Congratulations to the Winner of the July 2026 Bytown 50-50 Draw, Alexander Monahan FF1/36/D
The draw was held on Aug 28, 2026 at the Bytown Fire Brigade Museum. The Winner was located and notified. The prize amount $2,590.00 1036 PARTICIPANTS IN THE DRAW January Devan Coburn FF1/57/B $2,570.00 February Greg Liuzzo ROFFA $2,587.50 March Ian MacDonald FF1/12/D $2,635.00 April Ryan Herrick FF1/37/A $2,612.50 May Chris Bloom FF1/42/B $2602.50 June Jean-François Michel T.O $


Ottawa Firefighters 2026 Annual Memorial Ceremony
Date: Friday, September 11, 2026 ROFFA and Ottawa Fire Services warmly invite all active and retired members, along with their families, to attend the 2026 Annual Memorial. This year’s ceremony also marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11. It is a time to remember and honour our friends and former colleagues who passed away during the past year, as well as those whose service and sacrifice have shaped our community over the past 25 years. Your Attendance Matters The annual mem


ROFFA FALL 2026 AGM
SAVE THE DATE: All OFS retirees—urban and rural—as well as Airport Fire retirees and spouses are invited to attend. Event Overview Join fellow retirees for an informative meeting followed by a social gathering, lunch, and refreshments. Date and Time Thursday, October 8, 2026 Meeting: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Lunch and cash bar: 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. Lunch will be provided free of charge. Location Ottawa Masonic Centre, Tunis Shriners Complex2140 Walkley RoadOttawa, Ontario


2026 Firefighter Memorial Dates
Here are this years firefighter memorials. Mark your calendars. The Ottawa Fallen Firefighters Memorial will be held on Friday September 11th at 12:00. Location: Ottawa Fallen Firefighers Memorial site at City Hall. https://offcf.ca/ The Canadian Fallen Firefighters Memorial will be held on Sunday September 13th at the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Memorial located at 200 Lett St, Ottawa. https://www.cfff.ca/memorial-weekend-info/2025-ceremony.html The IAFF's Fallen Firefighte


SAVE THE DATE
The ROFFA Golf Committee has just secured the venue for the 2027 ROFFA Golf Tournament. The tournament will take place on June 8, 2027, at Loch March Golf Course located at 1755 Old Carp Rd. in Kanata. Additional details will be shared in the new year.


Message from your President in light of recent losses.
Good afternoon ROFFA members, Most recently, in the span of only two weeks, we lost two members of our OFS Family, a 40-year-old active OFS member and a 65-year-old retired ROFFA member. Sadly, and unexpectedly, they took their own lives. We may not have personally known one or any of them, but we nevertheless grieve the loss of two of our brothers and we can feel for the deep pain their families must be going through. From all the posts we can see on social media, they were


DEATH NOTICE: ROFFA member Peter Neville passed away unexpectedly at age 62. He was the brother of ROFFA members Paul Neville and Mark Neville and predeceased by his brother Luke.
Born: January 1, 1964 Joined GFD: February 9, 1998 Retired: March 1, 2022 Deceased: April 30, 2026 In Loving Memory Peter William Neville 1964 – 2026 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Peter, on Thursday April 30, 2026, at the age of 62 years. Loving father of Patrick (Rosita), Stephanie, and Shannon. Dear grandfather of Rio and Clara. Pre-deceased by his father Norman, his mother Florence, and his brother Luke. He will be sadly missed by his


Ottawa Fire Services Band News
SENT ON BEHALF OF OFS BANDMASTER PAUL CASAGRANDE: For the latest News and announcements from the OFS Band. Click here .


SPECIAL OFFER AVAILABLE TO ALL RETIRED AND ACTIVE MEMBERS:
Please contact Freedom Boat Club directly for more information


Volunteers Needed for Bytown Fire Brigade Historical Society
SENT ON BEHALF OF PETER MCBRIDE, PRESIDENT OF BYTOWN FIRE BRIGADE Dear Firefighting Community, The Bytown Fire Brigade Historical...


Volunteers Urgently Needed for the Salvation Army Canteen. We are running out of volunteers to keep this valuable service running 24 /7
The Salvation Army has been using a number of ROFFA Members to look after their Canteen Truck to supply food and beverages to the...


Ontario Expanding Cancer Coverage for Firefighters
Expansion would make it easier to access benefits through the WSIB HAMILTON – The Ontario government will soon introduce legislation...


Mary Anne McCormick, wife of Senior Firefighter Cory Peddie 12B passed away at age 50.
Sunday, October 13th, 2024. She was born in Ormstown Quebec on October 17th, 1973 to the late Donald and Hope McCormick. Mary Anne,...


Kyle Penney, brother of Executive Officer Kent Penney passed away at age 51
Kyle Penney, CD, RCN Cdr Born: June 7, 1973 Deceased: October 9, 2024 Kyle Penney of Halifax, NS passed away on October 9, 2024 at the...


ROFFA member/Former Fire Chief Lyle MacLennan passed away at age 90.
Born: December 1, 1933 Joined OFD: August 5, 1952 Retired: January 31, 1989 Died: June 28, 2024 Lyle Lorne MacLennan December 1, 1933 —...


Ontario Expanding Cancer Coverage for Firefighters - Pancreatic and Thyroid Cancers now Presumptive
TORONTO — The Ontario government is working for workers by expanding cancer coverage for firefighters. These changes will make it faster...


ROFFA Launch new Facebook group page
Today, ROFFA launched a new Facebook page group for our members to enjoy and share great stories, pictures and much more.This page will...


ROFFA member/former Firefighter Kim Scheel passed away suddenly at age 68.
We are heartbroken to announce Kim’s sudden and unexpected passing on Sunday February 12th, 2023, at the age of 68. Kim was predeceased...


Charity Classic - Playing With Heart Police VS Fire
IN SUPPORT OF THE OTTAWA HEART INSTITUTE Date : March 10th from 2.30 – 4pm TD Place at Landsdowne Park Afterwards, we will attend Craft...


ROFFA member/former District Chief Bruce Foster passed away
Peacefully in Hospital on Wednesday February 1, 2023 Bruce Foster at the age of 79. Loving Husband of Bonnie (Wallace). Proud father of...
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