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 Courses
We regularly host workshops and courses for Local Fire Representatives throughout BC.
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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…
Find out more »February 2020
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 »December 2020
Local FireSmart Representative Workshop – December 9 & 10, 2020 – 8:00 am – 12:00 noon (Two Consecutive Virtual 1/2 Day Morning Sessions)
The Local FireSmart® Representative (LFR) workshop was developed by the Partners in Protection Association to assist community leaders and fire professionals to become familiar with…
Find out more »Local FireSmart Representative Workshop – December 9 & 10, 2020 – 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm (Two Consecutive Virtual 1/2 Day Afternoon Sessions)
The Local FireSmart® Representative (LFR) workshop was developed by the Partners in Protection Association to assist community leaders and fire professionals to become familiar with…
Find out more »January 2021
Local FireSmart Representative Workshop – January 20 & 21, 2021 – 8:00 am – 12 Noon (Two Consecutive Virtual 1/2 Day Morning Sessions)
The Local FireSmart® Representative (LFR) workshop was developed by the Partners in Protection Association to assist community leaders and fire professionals to become familiar with…
Find out more »Local FireSmart Representative Workshop – January 20 & 21, 2021 – 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm (Two Consecutive Virtual 1/2 Day Afternoon Sessions)
The Local FireSmart® Representative (LFR) workshop was developed by the Partners in Protection Association to assist community leaders and fire professionals to become familiar with…
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