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    & Renters
    • The Begins At Home Guide
      Use this guide to reduce the potential impacts of wildfire on your home.
    • Learn about FireSmart landscaping
      Find fire-resistant plant, tips on how to create a FireSmart landscape, and information on the FireSmart BC Plant Program.
    • Quickly assess your own home
      Use this Self-Assessment as a starting point to finding out how resilient your home and property is to wildland fire.
    • Emergency Wildfire Preparedness Checklist
      A last–minute checklist for protecting your home and property from wildfire.
    • Find your Local FireSmart Coordinator
      Meet the individuals that lead and promote FireSmart activities in their communities.
    • What is FireSmart?
      Wildfire is a risk for all British Columbians. FireSmart helps you take proven steps to protect your home and community.
    Get a free home assessment

    Get a free home assessment

    Have a certified pro assess your home and provide wildfire-protection tips through the Wildfire Mitigation Program.

    Learn More
  • For First Nations &
    Local Governments
    • Funding Resources
      Funding resources and supports related to CRI, funds and other initiatives.
    • Resource Ordering Form
      Use this form to order select printed resources. Limited quantities available.
    • FireSmart BC Network
      Calling all FireSmart Coordinators and Representatives! Find the latest resources and updates on our Network website.
    • Community FireSmart and Resiliency Collaboratives (CFRCs)
      Support effective FireSmart activities by joining or forming a Community FireSmart and Resiliency Collaborative (CFRC).
    • Video Library
      Watch and listen to stories about the impacts FireSmart has had on local communities and programs across the province.
    • FireSmart Trademark Request Form
      If you would like to use FireSmart logos and images in your materials please fill out this form so our team can support you.
    2025 Summit Conference Highlight Reel

    Wildfire Resiliency and Training Summit

    Once a year, the Wildfire Resiliency and Training Summit brings together wildfire practitioners from all over BC and beyond. The upcoming summit will take place in Victoria on April 8 – 12, 2026.

    Learn More
  • For Kids
    & Educators
    • Education Program
      An all-in-one teaching resource to introduce students in grades K-12 to FireSmart concepts.
    • Education Materials
      Lesson guides and programming designed for Grades K-12 and for use at public events.
    • FireSmart BC Library Program
      This literacy program teaches children about wildfires and how they can help build resilient communities.
    • FireSmart Kid’s Home Assessment
      Parents and children can use this quick assessment to gauge their home’s wildfire risk.
    • Ember’s Colouring Book
      In this colouring book, Ember visits people’s homes to show them her favourite FireSmart tips.
    • Ember’s Story Video
      Hear Ember’s story, and see how she helps the people in Maple Grove stay FireSmart.
    ember the fox in a beautiful landscape

    Ember’s Den

    Meet Ember, FireSmart’s official mascot. She makes for the perfect FireSmart messenger because of her unique characteristics, which include: alertness, adaptability, intelligence and community mindedness.

    Learn More
  • Programs & Funding
    • FireSmart Canada Neighbourhood Recognition Program (FCNRP)
      Developed by FireSmart Canada, the FCNRP recognizes neighbourhoods that have taken key steps to reduce wildfire risks.
    • Wildfire Mitigation Program
      Access information for residents, Wildfire Mitigation Specialists, insurers, First Nations, and local governments.
    • The FireSmart Plant Program
      Discover fire-resistant plants, FireSmart landscaping tips, and details on the FireSmart BC Plant Program.
    • Education Program
      An all-in-one teaching resource to introduce students in grades K-12 to FireSmart concepts.
    • Farm and Ranch Wildfire Preparedness
      Agriculture faces unique wildfire risks. Learn simple steps for farmers, ranchers, First Nations, and governments to prepare.
    • Funding
      Explore rebates, funding, and loan options to help make your home more FireSmart.
    Partnerships

    Partnerships

    At FireSmart BC, collaboration is key. This page serves as your guide to our partnerships with various organizations and the benefits these collaborations bring to everyone involved.

    Learn More
  • Learning Center
    • FireSmart 101
      FireSmart Canada has developed a free one-hour course for those who are getting started with FireSmart and want to learn more.
    • Wildfire Risk Reduction Course
      This course will introduce you to the key concepts, players, risk reduction strategies, and more.
    • Research Corner
      The FireSmart Research Hub is a space to share information and insights on wildfire resiliency research.
    • FireSmart BC Magazine
      Stay informed with the latest FireSmart stories, tips, and community highlights, your go-to resource for wildfire resilience.
    • The Get FireSmart Podcast
      The place to hear powerful stories and learn valuable lessons from FireSmart leaders across the world.
    • Cultural Burning and Prescribed Fire
      A tool for maintaining the health and safety of our forests, communities, and wildlife.
    View FireSmart Resources

    View FireSmart Resources

    The go-to hub for resources, manuals, posters, graphics, assessments and more.

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Nicomen: A Lesson in Preparedness

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On July 19, 2021 the Lytton Creek wildfire threatened the community of Nicomen. Fortunately the community was prepared.

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