Retired Firefighters Wellness Network
January is Cancer Awareness Month
In support of this Cancer Awareness campaign, we believe it's crucial for both retired and active firefighters regularly monitor their health. If you receive a positive diagnosis, remember to file your claim with WorkSafe BC within one year from your diagnosis date to ensure your exposure is documented. This step is vital in advocating the inclusion of more cancers on the presumptive list recognized by WorkSafe BC.
If you have any questions or need help with your claim, more information can be found by visiting the
Vancouver Fire Retirees' Cancer Awareness website
Content Credit: iaff.org/cancerawareness
Week 3 – Strengthen Your Defense – Lifestyle and Wellness
This week focuses on the lifestyle and wellness choices firefighters can make to strengthen their defense against cancer. While the job exposes firefighters to unavoidable hazards, many risks can be reduced through intentional daily habits such as eating well, staying active, prioritizing sleep, and managing stress.
The resources for this week will provide information on how to incorporate anti-inflammatory nutrition into their lives, prioritize and improve their sleep, and focus on their overall wellness.
​​​​*79.4% of IAFF members honored at the IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial in September 2025 died of occupational cancer (247 of 311).
Our Services
Peer Support Program
Family & Spousal Support
Social Gatherings & Events
WELLNESS RESOURCES
Achieving optimal mental health is crucial to experiencing a happy and fulfilling life. Our wellness resources are tailored to enhance the well-being of our members. We offer peer counseling sessions that give you a supportive environment to share, and promote mental health awareness through a plethora of research articles, videos, and online support groups.
OUR ROOTS
Post Traumatic Injury Awareness
Retired Firefighters Wellness Network is a resource dedicated to providing mental health assistance to retired firefighters and their families. We understand the unique challenges faced by our community and are committed to increasing PTSI awareness and providing access to relevant resources and programs. Whether you’re a retired firefighter in need of assistance or simply wishing to learn more about our program, we welcome you to reach out and join us in our mission to support and elevate mental health in our community.
