CFITrainer.net is developing into a great training tool. IAAI is
continuing to develop programs for this internet based training. We have
had over 4700 users who have taken advantage of the programs offered. If
you have not done so go to the website and check out the offerings on
CFITrainer. SEE LINK BELOW We will be receiving details in the future on a Juvenile Firesetter program
which will include a train the trainer program for Chapters to train some
of their members to run the program in their home Chapters. SEE LINK BELOW The IAAI will be hosting the 2007 ATC in Victoria, British Columbia. Due
to possible changes in travel regulations if you do not have a passport
please get a passport as you may need a passport to enter Canada in 2007. SEE LINK BELOW The IAAI Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund has received $13,000.00 in
donations. Congratulations to Colorado and Nevada who have become the newest
Combination Membership Chapters. As a review Combination Membership allows
the International Office to bill Chapter members both their International
and Chapter dues at one time. If your Chapter is interested in looking
into the Combination Membership Program information can be found on the IAAI
website under Membership Committee. SEE LINK BELOW Electronic Balloting - Beginning in 2006 - Beginning in 2006 for the annual
election balloting will be done electronically. Those that are unable to
make the Annual Meeting will be able to vote electronically during a
prescribed time prior to the Annual Meeting. Members will no longer need
to apply for a mail in ballot to cast a vote. Members will now be able to
vote electronically on line during the prescribed time period to be
announced in the future. At the Annual Meeting voting will be completed
electronically. We will keep you all posted regarding this benefit.