Lynn Orstad Award

Nominate for the award

Lynn Orstad Award: Women In Fire Resiliency

Award criteria

Nominations for individuals will be judged on the following criteria:

  • The impact of the advocacy efforts on advancing FireSmart’s mission
  • The inclusivity and reach of community engagement and education Initiatives
  • The extent to which the nominee is trailblazer in wildfire resiliency
  • The degree to which the potential recipient reflects Lynn Orstad’s values

The award recipient will receive a personalized award and a $1000 grant towards furthering wildfire resiliency efforts focused on increasing education and community engagement – fundamental elements of Lynn’s work and achievements.

Nominations were be reviewed by a working group made up of representatives from FireSmart BC, FireSmart Alberta, and Co-operators. Nominations were announced at the Wildfire Resiliency & Training Summit in Prince George, BC from April 20th – 24th, 2024.

Nominations will open Fall of 2024

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