Show Your Work – Investigations Under Fire: Expert Report Writing; Cause & Origin; Evidence Collection (Theory and Methodology) 6.4-5.2026 AB CA
Hosted by The FIAA
Dates: June 4-5, 2026
Location: Holiday Inn and Suites Edmonton Airport and Conference Centre
1100 – 4 Street Nisku, AB CA
Glacier 1, 2, & 3 rooms
Start Time: 8:00 AM Daily
2-STEP REGISTRATION REQUIRED - YOU MUST ALSO REGISTER FOR THE COURSE AT www.fiaa.ca/events AND PAY A $500.00(CAD) Chapter Administration fee.
** INCLUDED in the FIAA fee **
The FIAA will provide morning coffee, snacks, and lunch each day.
Expert Report Writing 08:00 – 17:00
While all fire investigators are familiar with NFPA 921 and NFPA 1033, uncertainty about how best to apply them in the “real world” to the investigator’s strategic advantage during an origin and cause investigation persists in the fire investigation community. Everything about a fire investigator -- the origin and cause report, and deposition/trial testimony -- should reflect a high working knowledge of 921 and 1033 and should demonstrate that the origin and cause investigation was conducted in complete conformity with NFPA 921. This practical course will provide fire investigators with the necessary tools to navigate the various legal challenges to their expert qualifications and testimony, including how to draft an origin and cause report in full compliance with NFPA 921 and how to survive legal challenges to their expert qualifications and opinions under NFPA 1033.
Evidence Collection (Theory) 08:00 – 17:00
This foundational course provides comprehensive instruction on identifying, preserving, and collecting evidence at fire and arson scenes. Participants will gain knowledge of proper techniques, tools, and protocols that ensure evidence is collected systematically and maintained in a manner that upholds its integrity and reliability throughout the investigative process.
Through a combination of lectures and practical discussions, students will explore common types of physical evidence encountered during fire investigations, learn strategies to minimize contamination or loss, and understand documentation practices that support continuity and accuracy in casework. Emphasis is placed on reinforcing professional standards applicable across a variety of investigative environments.
Registration Information
IAAI Members: $150.00 USD
Non-Members: $150.00 USD
Payment: Debit/Credit Card only
If you must pay by check or require alternate payment methods, please contact:
IAAI-Training@firearson.com
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Cancellations received 31 days or more prior to the course start date are eligible for a full refund of the registration fee.
Cancellations received within 30 days of the course start date are non-refundable.
Registrants who are unable to attend may, at the discretion of the International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI), substitute another eligible individual from the same organization, provided written notice is received prior to the course start date.
Failure to attend a course without prior written cancellation (no-shows) will not be eligible for a refund.
All IAAI courses are subject to cancellation or postponement at any time due to unforeseen circumstances. Registered participants will be notified as soon as possible.
Notice: Photos and testimonials collected during this course may be used for IAAI promotional purposes, including the website and social media.
Questions?
For additional information, email:
IAAI-Training@firearson.com