UNITED
FIREFIGHTERS OF WINNIPEG
OUR FAMILY PROTECTING YOURS
We represent the 1,600 active and retired fire fighters and fire fighter-paramedics in the city of Winnipeg, battling fires on a level unprecedented in our country. We staff every truck with licensed paramedics and respond to over 85,000 medical emergencies each year.
United Fire fighters of
WINNIPEG
OUR FAMILY PROTECTING YOURS
We represent the 1,600 active and active-retired Firefighters and Firefighter Paramedics in the City of Winnipeg, battling fires on a level unprecedented in our country. We staff every truck with licensed paramedics and respond to over 85,000 medical emergencies each year.
TESTIMONIALS
Hear what our Fire Fighters have to say.
SEPTEMBER 11 — 25 YEARS LATER
Twenty-five years ago today, the world witnessed unimaginable loss — and extraordinary courage.
On September 11, 2001, 2,977 people were killed in the terrorist attacks in New York, at the Pentagon and aboard Flight 93.
They were mothers and fathers, sons and daughters, friends, coworkers and neighbours. Among them were hundreds of first responders who went toward the danger while thousands were trying to escape.
343 FDNY members, 23 NYPD officers and 37 Port Authority Police officers were killed, alongside members of other emergency services and agencies.
For the fire service, September 11 remains deeply personal.
The 343 entered and climbed the towers knowing people above them were depending on them. Their courage and sacrifice have defined a generation of firefighters.
But the loss did not end when the towers fell.
In the 25 years since, more than 600 additional FDNY members have died from World Trade Center-related illnesses. More than 10,000 are living with certified 9/11-related health conditions, including thousands diagnosed with cancer.
There are firefighters serving in our stations today who were not yet born on September 11, 2001. They know that day through the stories, photographs and traditions passed down by those who came before them.
It is now our responsibility to carry that memory forward.
“Never Forget” is more than something we say once a year. It is a commitment.
We remember the 2,977 lives taken that day.
We honour every firefighter, police officer, paramedic and first responder who gave their life trying to save others.
We remember the more than 600 FDNY members lost to occupational illness since.
And we stand with the thousands still living with the consequences of their service.
Twenty-five years later, their courage, service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.
🇺🇸September 11, 2001 — Never Forget. 🇨🇦
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After reading Marty Gold's story in the Winnipeg Sun one line stood out to us: “All he wants is for the fire department to stop by.”
So we did! 🚒 🍋
Ten-year-old Mason spent his summer selling lemonade in Transcona, working toward his goal of buying a snowblower and starting his own neighbourhood snow-clearing business.
After hearing that a visit from the fire department was the one thing still on his wish list, our members stopped by to grab some lemonade and support this hardworking young entrepreneur.
Keep dreaming big, Mason. We have a feeling that snowblower won’t be your last big accomplishment! ❄️ ... See MoreSee Less
🎉 Ignite The Night: Celebrating 48 Years of the UFFW Banquet & Ball 🔮
Join us on Saturday, November 21, 2026 for Ignite The Night — a reimagined celebration of the UFFW’s 48th Annual Banquet & Ball.
Get ready for an unforgettable evening featuring:
- Live entertainment from firefighter bands Suburban Funk Machine, Junction 509 and The Discmen
- Delicious food stations throughout the evening
- A fully inclusive open bar featuring alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including signature drinks
- A brief awards presentation recognizing the outstanding achievements of UFFW members
All proceeds will be donated in support of The Preston Heinbigner Memorial Fund.
Tickets are limited — reserve yours today. Link to purchase in the comments 👇 ... See MoreSee Less