Frank Lima - IAFF GST

09/07/2026

Today is our holiday.

As working people, is our opportunity to celebrate and highlight the contributions that we make to society.

We are stronger when we for a common purpose and work for the betterment of all.

Happy Labor Day to everyone , with a special shout out to our sisters and brothers on the frontlines at fire stations across the country.

08/16/2026

Our Union is successful because our our strong local leaders. At our Convention we celebrated 16 of the very best. Congratulations to all on this well deserved, hard earned recognition.

The IAFF presented its prestigious Local Leadership Award to 16 of its distinguished American and Canadian leaders during the 58th Convention in Arlington,

08/15/2026

08/11/2026

I’m proud to be when it come to protecting our profession and our members.

This morning I had the opportunity to address our 58th Convention in Arlington TX.

As I told the delegates, the financial health of our Union is stronger than ever. And we continue to build on that strength because it’s what our members and their families expect and deserve.

IAFF General Secretary-Treasurer Frank V. Líma addresses delegates ...

08/10/2026

The 58th IAFF Convention starts today in Arlington. Proud to be the General Secretary-Treasurer of one of the most powerful Internationals in the House of Labor. It is exciting to see so many of our sisters and brothers in Arlington doing the work of our Union. Looking forward to a successful week.

🔥⭐ The 58th starts now in Arlington, Texas!

From Aug. 9–14, delegates from across the United States and Canada come together to set the course for our union's future.

IAFF members can watch proceedings LIVE all week at iaff.org/convention/livestream (login required), starting with the Opening Ceremony at 9 a.m. CT Monday, Aug. 10.

Stay for updates from Arlington throughout the week.

08/07/2026

As we prepare for the 58th Convention next week, our International reaches another high mark in membership. We are successful because we are focused on protecting our members and their families.

08/01/2026

Congratulations Chicago Fire Fighters Union Local 2 on your 125th Anniversary. One of the IAFF charter locals, Chicago has consistently led the way in the fire service.

07/13/2026

Our Union is growing because we know what it takes to protect fire fighters and EMS workers. Welcome to all our new locals and our new members.

07/13/2026

Our Union is growing because we know what it takes to protect fire fighters and EMS workers. Welcome to all our new locals and our new members.

💪📈 We're proud to welcome the 7 newly organized Locals who joined the IAFF in June!

2026 has been a year of continued growth for our union, with 43 organizing victories so far across the U.S. and Canada.

07/09/2026