Article submitted by CWO Troy Noseworthy, Chief Warrant Officer Canadian Forces Fire Marshal, ADM (IE)
Ottawa, ON — September 5–7, 2025
The Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation (CFFF) hosted its 22nd annual Memorial Weekend in Ottawa, honouring firefighters who died in the line of duty. The event drew hundreds of fire service members, families, and supporters from across Canada.
The weekend began on Friday with the Ottawa Fire Services Memorial and the arrival of the Firefighters Memorial Ride, a fundraising journey from Hamilton. Saturday featured rehearsals, Parliament Hill tours, and a family-focused Meet & Greet. The evening concluded with “Pints and Pipers,” a musical gathering at the Royal Oak Pub.
On Sunday, the National Memorial Ceremony at LeBreton Flats honoured 140 fallen firefighters whose names were newly inscribed on the memorial wall. The ceremony included a formal parade, musical tributes, and presentations to families.
Members of the National Defence Fire Service (NDFS), including Department of National Defence (DND) and Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) firefighters, came to Ottawa from across Canada to participate in the parade and the Honour Guard. Their presence highlighted the enduring commitment of NDFS firefighters to both domestic and deployed fire protection, including aircraft rescue and crash response.
The CFFF continues its mission to honour, remember, and support Canada’s fire service heroes and their families.
For more information, visit www.cfff.ca.