CALL FOR PRESENTERS
2027 BCFTOA Hands-on-Training and Educational Conference
The BC Fire Training Officers Association is seeking experienced, knowledgeable, and engaging individuals to present at the 2027 BCFTOA Educational Conference, taking place May 15–20, 2027 in Prince George, BC.
We invite fire service professionals, instructors, industry specialists, and subject-matter experts to submit proposals for hands-on training sessions and/or classroom-based instruction.
Training Dates
Hands-On Training
May 15–16, 2027
Hands-on training proposals should provide practical, skills-based instruction and meaningful opportunities for participant involvement. Sessions may include demonstrations, scenarios, drills, equipment familiarization, or other applied learning activities.
Classroom Instruction
May 18–20, 2027
Classroom presentations should be informative, relevant, and engaging. Sessions may include lectures, case studies, facilitated discussions, workshops, leadership development, operational lessons learned, or emerging fire service topics.
Suggested Presentation Topics
Proposals may address a wide range of fire service subjects, including:
- Fire suppression and tactical operations
- Technical rescue
- Training Officer development and leadership
- Instructor development
- Training program design and delivery
- Emergency management
- Occupational health, safety, and wellness
- Recruitment, retention, and succession planning
- New technologies and equipment
- Incident command and accountability
- Lessons learned from significant incidents
- Wildland and interface operations
- Any other topic relevant to today’s fire service
Proposal Requirements
Please include the following information with your submission:
- Presenter name, title, organization, and contact information
- Presenter biography and relevant instructional experience
- Proposed session title
- Session description
- Three to five learning objectives
- Preferred session date or format
- Proposed session length
- Maximum number of participants, if applicable
- Facility, equipment, or logistical requirements
- Any participant prerequisites or required personal protective equipment
- Presenter fees, travel requirements, or other anticipated expenses
- References or examples of previous presentations, where available
Presenters should be able to deliver practical, current, and professionally relevant content that supports the development of fire service instructors, officers, and personnel throughout British Columbia.
Submit a Proposal
Please submit your presentation proposal by October 31, 2026 to:
Brian Ulle
1st Vice President
conference@bcftoa.com
Please use the subject line:
2027 BCFTOA Call for Presenters – [Presenter Name or Session Title]
Selected presenters will be contacted with additional information regarding scheduling, facilities, compensation, travel, accommodations, and conference requirements.
Share your knowledge, experience, and expertise with fire service professionals from across British Columbia. We look forward to receiving your proposal.
The BC Fire Training Officers Association is proud to welcome fire service professionals from across the province and beyond to the 2027 Hands-On Training Weekend & Educational Conference in the vibrant city of Prince George, British Columbia.
Known as the “Northern Capital” of BC, Prince George offers the perfect backdrop for an exceptional week of learning, networking, and professional development. Surrounded by vast wilderness, strong industry partnerships, and a dedicated fire service community, Prince George provides unique opportunities for both hands-on training and educational advancement.
The BCFTOA Conference has long been recognized as one of Western Canada’s premier fire service training events, bringing together instructors, officers, firefighters, industry experts, and emergency service professionals committed to advancing firefighter safety, leadership, and operational excellence.
The 2027 conference will feature an extensive selection of hands-on training programs, educational sessions, leadership development opportunities, and industry exhibits designed to support today’s evolving fire service. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from experienced instructors, share best practices, explore emerging technologies, and build valuable connections with colleagues from across the province.
Whether you are attending to enhance your technical skills, develop your leadership abilities, or connect with fellow fire service professionals, the 2027 BCFTOA Conference promises an engaging and rewarding experience.
Join us in Prince George as we continue our tradition of firefighters training firefighters, fostering collaboration, and strengthening the future of the fire service throughout British Columbia.
We look forward to welcoming you to Prince George in 2027.
The B.C. Structure Firefighter Minimum Training Standards (PDF, 435KB) manual will help all fire departments ensure that minimum levels of training are provided to all firefighters. The previous training standard (the ‘Playbook’), issued in May 2015, is no longer in effect.
The manual includes the relevant National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards and Job Performance Requirements (JPR) references as well as other important firefighter safety regulations that a fire service needs to be aware of.
