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05/04/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

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Mental Health Awareness Month, observed every May, serves as a critical period for the fire service to confront the high-stress, traumatic realities of the profession and shift the departmental culture from one of "silent resilience" to proactive wellness.

04/21/2026

OFCA Joins Ohioans to Protect Public Services

Coalition Formed to Educate Ohioans

A broad-based statewide coalition, Ohioans to Protect Public Services, has united to explain the serious consequences of eliminating all property taxes on homes and businesses, with no plan to replace the revenue, which multiple experts say would trigger big increases in income and sales taxes, massive cuts in essential local public services, or a combination of both.

04/20/2026

Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters

The annual Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters campaign, led by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF), invites communities in all 50 states to remember their bravest by glowing red lights on their landmarks, businesses, firehouses, and homes. Light the Night leads into the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend in Emmitsburg, Maryland, where the names of 204 firefighters who died in the line of duty will be formally added to the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial on May 3.

03/13/2026

Check Out the Latest Edition of "The Voice of Ethics" from the Ohio Ethics Commission

In this issue, anticipate engaging content including informative articles, legislative updates, training initiatives, and inspiring narratives spotlighting ethical leadership.

03/03/2026

Join us at ODC 2026!

Take Advantage of Early Bird Pricing

Register early and lock in the best rates for ODC 2026 + Expo in Columbus. Take advantage of early-bird registration to maximize your savings and be part of the year’s biggest gathering of Ohio's Fire Service Leaders. Don’t miss your chance to save!

11/18/2025

Winter Symposium 2026 Registration Open!

Presented by Cenovus Energy

The 2026 OFCA Winter Symposium, presented by Cenovus Energy, promises a dynamic and informative agenda. Key topics include effective collaboration within local government, property tax reform, community paramedicine, legislative updates, and critical HR issues. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with colleagues, engage with legislative leaders, and gain valuable insights for the future of fire services in Ohio. This event is designed to help you and your team stay informed and connected.

11/05/2025

Fire Service Incusion Summit: Building Ohio's Bravest

Join us for a day of candid discussion focused on fostering a more inclusive and resilient fire service for all Ohioans. Today's fire service protects a diverse population, and our ranks must reflect this diversity to build community trust and foster effective communication. Because together, we're stronger.

09/17/2025

Officer Development Series

Performance Evaluations: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly

The new Officer Development Series presents essential topics in person for new or aspiring fire officers. Attend these face-to-face classes and learn from our expert instructors. classes, either individually or as part of the series.

08/20/2025

Lunch & Learn with OFCA

FREE Session from ZOLL, Lunch & EMS CEUs Provided

Learn about the cutting-edge science underlying high-performance CPR recommendations and get a free lunch and EMS CEUs! You don't need to be an OFCA member or Zoll user to attend.

07/30/2025

Retention & Recruitment Officer Course

Two Classes to be Held Across the State

Recruitment and retention are two of the most critical challenges facing fire departments today, and many departments are struggling to maintain adequate staffing levels. Join us for this collaborative and interactive class examining and determining effective strategies to find and keep the best people.

05/11/2025

Officer Development Series

Join us for Informal Leadership: The Bugle-Less Leader!

The new Officer Development Series presents essential topics in person for new or aspiring fire officers. Attend these face-to-face classes and learn from our expert instructors. classes, either individually or as part of the series.