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The Get FireSmart Podcast – Episode 43

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Coast-to-Coast Wildfire Resilience: In this episode of the Get FireSmart Podcast, we spoke with Kara McCurdy, Wildfire Mitigation Program Manager for Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency Services and one of the 2024 Lynn Orstad Award winners. We discuss the transformative power of FireSmart principles, Kara’s keynote presentation at the 2024 Wildfire Resiliency and Training Summit, lessons from her incredible 30-year career in Nova Scotia, and her vision for the future of wildfire resilience.

Kamloops Pride Event Highlight

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FireSmart BC had an amazing time at the Kamloops Pride Parade on August 25! We were thrilled to join the event and hand out special edition stickers featuring Ember with a pride flag. The video below shows some of the most awesome and memorable moments.

FireSmart BC August 2024 Power Hour

Below are the video, slides and Q&A document from our August 2024 Power Hour.

Big White Community Cleanup Event Highlight

FireSmart Education Program – Pemberton

As a community that understands their vulnerability to wildfire, Pemberton has been making exceptional progress in their FireSmart journey over the past four years. One key resource they’ve been making use of is the FireSmart BC Education Program.

The BCAA FireSmart Initiative

In 2023, FireSmart BC and BCAA came together to strengthen wildfire resilience across the province through the BCAA FireSmart Initiative. The following video shows how we’ve been able to support remote regions and Indigenous communities through outreach efforts, resource development, and grant opportunities.

FireSmart BC July 2024 Power Hour

Below are the video, slides and Q&A document from our July 2024 Power Hour. Please note that our presenter had some technical difficulties at the start of the webinar, but the issues were resolved after the first 5 minutes.

FireSmart BC Case Study – Pemberton

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The following video shows how Pemberton has implemented FireSmart principles at various levels, from educating youth with the FireSmart Education Program to improving the resilience of properties in pursuit of the Neighbourhood Recognition Program. Keep up the great work, Pemberton!

The Get FireSmart Podcast – Episode 42

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A FireSmart Future for Indigenous Communities: In this episode, we sit down with Local FireSmart Representative Aislinn Gentles, currently working as the OHS & Emergency Program Manager for Saulteau First Nations. We discuss her experiences and the process of integrating FireSmart into an Indigenous community.

Our Part Your Part – Summer

It’s peak fire season and we all have a part to play. Wildfire professionals are doing their part in the field every day, and you can do your part, too.

Storing flammable patio furniture safely, packing a grab-and-go bag, and following the Emergency Wildfire Preparedness Checklist are all doing your part. Get FireSmart this summer at https://firesmartbc.ca/prepare

Our Part Your Part – Summer Emergency Checklist

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Firefighting professionals are doing their part this summer to protect communities from wildfires. You can do your part by reviewing the Emergency Wildfire Preparedness Checklist—a short list of simple tasks to help keep you and your property safe.

Our Part Your Part – Summer Combustibles

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Wildfire season is in full effect, and everyone has a part to play. Yours is as simple as storing flammable outdoor furniture safely. It’s an easy habit that can make a big difference.

Our Part Your Part – Summer Grab and Go Bag

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A few simple tasks can make a big difference if a wildfire emergency strikes. Ensuring your family is prepared to leave quickly is one aspect of doing your part.

FireSmart BC June 2024 Power Hour

Below are the video, slides and Q&A document from this June 2024 Power Hour.

The Get FireSmart Podcast – Episode 40

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Forecasting Fire: In this episode, we sit down with Matt MacDonald, Lead Fire Weather Forecaster with the Predictive Services Unit for the BC Wildfire Service where we dive into his background and learn what a day in the life of the Lead Fire Weather Forecaster looks like.