LFR Workshop Training Update: Due to the current Covid-19 pandemic and following the advice from the Provincial Health Officer, the BC FireSmart Committee feels that at this time, virtual Local FireSmart Representative (LFR) workshops are the safest choice to ensure the health and safety of all participants.
The LFR workshop materials are currently being refreshed by FireSmart Canada and the updated workshop materials should be ready to deliver in the fall of 2020. Virtual LFR Workshops will begin rolling out online mid-November 2020 and run through until April 2021. The BC FireSmart Committee will revisit the decision around delivering in-person workshops in May 2021
The one-day virtual LFR workshops will be broken down into two half day consecutive sessions and further details on workshop dates and registration information will be posted onto our website as they are finalized. If you are interested in attending an LFR workshops, you are encouraged to check the website regularly for updated information.
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Courses
At FireSmart we strive to create a community of continued learning. We offer a mix of course types – from the FireSmart 101 online course to workshops throughout British Columbia.
FireSmart 101 Online Course
This online course provides a great introduction to FireSmart. You'll learn about the Wildland Urban Interface, why FireSmart is needed more than ever, the seven FireSmart principles and much more.
Upcoming LFR Workshops and In-Person Courses
We regularly host in-person workshops and courses for Local Fire Representatives thoughout BC.
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February 2019
Nanaimo – Local FireSmart Representative Workshop
This workshop is currently full. To go on the waitlist please email [email protected] This LFR workshop was developed by the Partners in Protection Association to…
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Chilliwack – Local FireSmart Representative Workshop
This workshop is currently full. To go on the waitlist please email [email protected] This LFR workshop was developed by the Partners in Protection Association to…
Find out more »April 2019
Smithers – Local FireSmart Representative Workshop
This workshop is currently full. To go on the waitlist please email [email protected] This LFR workshop was developed by the Partners in Protection Association to…
Find out more »Fort St. John – Local FireSmart Representative Workshop
This LFR workshop was developed by the Partners in Protection Association to assist community leaders and fire professionals to become familiar with and implement all components of the FireSmart Canada Community Recognition Program (FCCRP). The training provided in this two-day workshop equips Local FireSmart Representatives with an understanding of current Wildland Urban Interface concepts and wildfire hazard assessments. It provides them with the tools and skills necessary to recruit and motivate volunteer community leaders, and mentoring abilities to work with self-organized groups of citizens as they plan and implement wildfire mitigations in their own neighbourhoods.
Find out more »October 2019
Local FireSmart® Representative Workshop – Cranbrook
The Local FireSmart® Representative workshop was developed by the Partners in Protection Association to assist community leaders and fire professionals to become familiar with and…
Find out more »November 2019
Local FireSmart® Representative Workshop – Campbell River
The Local FireSmart® Representative workshop was developed by the Partners in Protection Association to assist community leaders and fire professionals to become familiar with and implement…
Find out more »January 2020
Local FireSmart® Representative Workshop – Kelowna
This workshop is currently full. To go on the waitlist, please email [email protected] - thank you. The Local FireSmart® Representative workshop was developed by the Partners…
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Local FireSmart® Representative Workshop – Vancouver
This workshop is currently full. To go on the waitlist, please email [email protected] - thank you. The Local FireSmart® Representative workshop was developed by the Partners…
Find out more »March 2020
Local FireSmart® Representative Workshop – Quesnel *POSTPONED DUE TO PANDEMIC*
The Local FireSmart® Representative workshop was developed by the Partners in Protection Association to assist community leaders and fire professionals to become familiar with and…
Find out more »April 2020
Local FireSmart® Representative Workshop – Smithers * POSTPONED DUE TO PANDEMIC*
The Local FireSmart® Representative workshop was developed by the Partners in Protection Association to assist community leaders and fire professionals to become familiar with and…
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