We are Stronger Together
The BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Association (BCPFFA) extends beyond its elected leadership to encompass all affiliated locals, thereby representing your members. Collectively, we serve as the provincial voice of your union. Our unity is dedicated to the betterment of all individuals engaged in the fire service within British Columbia. We are stronger together!
LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY
Since 1929, your BCPFFA has been the unified voice of professional fire fighters in Victoria, BC. When members of the provincial legislative assembly have questions or concerns, they reach out directly to us because all our 56 locals strength of over 5,000 members, coordinated by the BCPFFA, have been actively engaged in building relationships across the province. This is how we achieve provincial success;
Retirement Security: Under the authority of both BC Police and BCPFFA, we share 2 seats on the Municipal Pension Plan Board of Trustees.
As Plan Partners, we were able to negotiate Group 5, an accrual rate of 2.12% is based on your best 4 years, an improvement where a full 70% pension is achievable before age 60.
A plan sponsor of the Supplemental Pension Pay Allowance (SPPA) to assist with post-employment Extended Health Benefits Premiums that members can access upon retirement.
Lobby Federally for Line of Duty Death Benefits
Collective Bargaining
Presumptive cancer, heart coverage and occupational stress injury coverage
Occupational Health and Safety Improvements
Electing candidates who support our issues
Changes to First Responder / EMS scope of practice;
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Education, Training, Events and Programs
BCPFFA affiliate leaders benefit from educational & training programs, resources, and networking opportunities at Events & Programs;
BCPFFA Regional Meetings
Affiliated locals retain access to these events and the knowledge and fellowship that goes with them, applying the practices within their associations.
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Leadership and Accountability
BCPFFA financial documents—budgets, reports, annual independent auditor reports—have been and continue to be available to all BCPFFA members on the affiliate members website or by request.
Three elected trustees routinely inspect BCPFFA records, report on their findings and offer recommendations, which are also posted for all to review.
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BCPFF Burn Fund
Your BCPFF Burn Fund is the charity arm of the BCPFFA. It supports for burn survivors and families through their journey of recovery from burns and trauma.
It is governed by an elected board of directors with members from each BCPFFA including representatives from hospitals and other specialties. The majority of affiliated members make up the board.
BCPFFA per capita dues DO NOT fund the Burn Fund. It is funded solely on donations, local contributions, fundraising, estate bequests and grants.
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BCPFFA Committees
BCPFFA work is member driven. Standing committees help guide us. Committee members, appointed from large and small locals, urban and rural areas, municipalities and regions, provide diverse perspectives that are invaluable in shaping our agenda.
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING
DATABASE & RESEARCH
FINANCE & AUDIT
GOVERNANCE & POLICY
GRIEVANCE OF MEMBERS RIGHTS, AND LEGAL SUPPORT
HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELLNESS
HUMAN RELATIONS
LEGISLATIVE ADVOACY
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Supplemental Pension Plan Allowance (SPPA)
The BCPFFA is a sponsor of the SPPA, a tax free savings account. The plan supports medical expenses in retirement, and is controlled and managed by the BCPFFA executive board. Currently, the investment firm agent is Manulife Financial.
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BCPFFA Per Capita
The $17.67 monthly per capita pays for, though is not limited to the following BCPFFA work:
Affiliate Leader Education & Training
Cancer, Heart & Mental Health Support
Database and Research
Fallen Fire Fighters’ Memorial
EMS issues
Health, Safety & Wellness
Human Relation Initiatives
Legislative Advocacy
Member Resources
Pension and SPPA
Public / Media Relations
Safety Standards