Oakville Professional Fire Fighters Association Local 1582

11/01/2026

🎃🔥 Happy Halloween from Oakville's Firefighters! 👻🚒

Wishing everyone in our community a safe, fun, and spooktacular Halloween!

As little ghosts, goblins, and superheroes head out tonight, remember to stay visible, watch for traffic, and keep costumes away from open flames.

From all of us at the Oakville Professional Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 1582, have a safe and Happy Halloween! 🎃🧡



International Association of Fire Fighters
Oakville Firefighters Benevolent

11/01/2026

🎃👻 From haunted houses to the fire ground, and emergency medical workers are always ready to answer the call!

Wishing everyone a fun and safe . 🕸️🕷️

11/01/2026

🎀 On duty. In pink. Carrying the fight.

This October, are proud to stand together in support of breast cancer research, raising awareness and helping make a difference in the fight against breast cancer.

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, there's still time to show your support! 💗

Every donation helps advance vital research and brings us one step closer to a future without breast cancer.

🎀 Support our Breast Cancer Research & Awareness Campaign:

https://fundraisemyway.cancer.ca/teams/OakvillleFirefighters

Together, we can make a difference. 🚒

On duty. In pink. Carry the fight. 🎀🚒

This October, Oakville Firefighters are proud to stand behind Breast Cancer Research and help keep the conversation going.

There’s still time to donate to our breast cancer Research and Awareness Campaign. Link in bio.

Canadian Cancer Society
Oakville Fire
Oakville Professional Fire Fighters Association Local 1582

10/28/2026

The Oakville Professional Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 1582, is proud to congratulate Nick Crawford on being acclaimed as Secretary of our Association!

Strong union representation begins with dedicated members who step forward to serve their colleagues and strengthen our Association.

As Secretary, Nick will play an important role in supporting the work of our Executive Board, maintaining clear communication and helping advance the priorities of our membership.

We look forward to his contributions as we continue advocating for our members, protecting their interests and building a stronger Local 1582.

Congratulations, Nick! We wish you continued success in your new role! 👏🚒



IAFF Canada - AIP
International Association of Fire Fighters
Oakville Firefighters Benevolent

10/28/2026

🚒 and emergency medical workers answer the call every day to protect and serve their communities.

This National , the honors all first responders for their courage, sacrifice, and dedication.

We’re proud of the work our over 369,000 members do every day in communities across the US and Canada.

10/27/2026

🗳️ THE RESIDENTS OF OAKVILLE HAVE SPOKEN! 🗳️

Their message is clear: They are ready for change.

🚒 The Oakville Professional Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 1582, proudly congratulates Mayor-elect Jeff Knoll on his election as Oakville's next Mayor!

This election marks an important turning point for our community. With new leadership comes an opportunity for fresh perspectives, meaningful collaboration and a renewed commitment to the people who call Oakville home.

We are excited to work alongside Mayor-elect Knoll and the newly elected Town Council to build a stronger Oakville, advance public safety and ensure our firefighters have the staffing, resources and support necessary to protect our growing community.

Our firefighters remain committed to serving this community with professionalism, dedication and pride. We look forward to a productive relationship built on mutual respect, open dialogue and a shared commitment to excellence in fire and emergency services. 🚒

Congratulations, Mayor-elect Jeff Knoll! 👏

Jeff Knoll
Town of Oakville
Oakville Firefighters Benevolent
IAFF Canada - AIP
International Association of Fire Fighters

10/26/2026

🗳️🚒 IT'S ELECTION DAY, OAKVILLE! 🗳️🚒

The vote you cast today helps shape the future of our community including the emergency services you and your loved ones rely on.

The leaders elected tonight will make important decisions that directly impact fire protection, emergency response and the resources our firefighters depend on every shift.

🚒 When emergencies happen, every second matters. The decisions made at Town Hall have a real impact on the services that protect our community.

✅ 40 voting locations across Oakville are open today!

⏰ Polls close at 8 p.m.

📍 Find your voting location:
https://www.oakville.ca/town-hall/elections/voters/where-to-vote/

10/23/2026

🕊️ Their names are etched in history. Their legacy lives on.🕊️

Today, the Oakville Professional Fire Fighters Association, Local 1582 and Oakville Fire proudly honoured four of our fallen members during a special memorial ceremony at Fire Station 3 in Kerr Village.

In a moving tribute to their dedication and service, we unveiled the names of four firefighters who helped shape the proud history of Oakville Fire:

🕊️ Captain Howard “Bud” McKay
June 20, 1966 – July 30, 1996

🕊️ Platoon Chief Jim Croll
June 20, 1966 – August 23, 1996

🕊️ ACTO Bruce McWhirter
(Nov. 3, 1969) June 1, 1981 – Sept. 1, 2005

🕊️ Captain Stu Campbell
July 27, 1992 – Dec. 21, 2025

Their names now stand permanently on the Oakville Fire Fighters’ Fallen Fire Fighters Memorial Wall, a lasting reminder of the lives they touched, the service they gave and the legacy they leave behind.

To the families, friends, colleagues and all who joined us today, thank you for helping us honour these four remarkable individuals. ❤️

Four names. Decades of service. A legacy that will never be forgotten. 🕯️



IAFF Canada - AIP
International Association of Fire Fighters
Oakville Firefighters Benevolent
Ontario's Fire Fighters

10/23/2026

🇨🇦 Honouring the Fallen. Standing with the Injured. 🇨🇦

The Oakville Professional Fire Fighters Association extends its heartfelt condolences to the families, friends and colleagues of the four Canadian Armed Forces members who tragically lost their lives on October 17, during a training exercise at CFB Wainwright, Alberta, when a rapidly spreading, wind-driven fire overtook their position.

We honour their lives and service:

🕊️ Sergeant Morgan Wong
🕊️ Private Shaun Farrell
🕊️ Private Aidan Goulding
🕊️ Private Hayden Lykkemark

Our thoughts are also with the 39 service members who were injured, their families and the entire Canadian Armed Forces community.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the firefighters, first responders, medical teams and healthcare professionals who responded to this tragedy and provided critical care to those affected.

To the fallen, we honour your service. To the injured, we wish you strength and healing.

We stand with you. 🇨🇦

10/12/2026

Today, we're thankful for the incredible community we proudly serve, the families who support us, and our brothers and sisters who answer the call every day.

As families and friends gather to celebrate, we extend a special thank you to the firefighters and emergency responders spending the holiday on duty, keeping our communities safe.

From our fire family to yours, we wish everyone a safe, happy and memorable Thanksgiving! 🍂



International Association of Fire Fighters
Oakville Firefighters Benevolent