We are incredibly proud to congratulate Chief Jason Roe of Invermere Fire Rescue (IFR) on receiving the 2025 Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association (CVFSA) Lifetime Achievement Award.

This prestigious national honour recognizes Chief Roe’s exceptional dedication, leadership, and lifelong commitment to fire service and community safety. His outstanding contributions have strengthened not only Invermere Fire Rescue but also the broader Columbia Valley community.

Under Chief Roe’s leadership, the department has continued to grow in professionalism, preparedness, and service to others — always with a focus on teamwork, efficiency, and care for the people we serve.

Congratulations, Chief Roe, on this well-deserved recognition and thank you for your 30 years of exemplary service, mentorship, and commitment to keeping our community safe.

Lead image: The recipient for 2025 was Chief Jason Roe of Invermere Fire Rescue. Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association photo

Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association

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