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Outreach Opportunities for FireSmart Staff and Volunteers
From community workshops to collaborative clean-up events, below are outreach opportunities for people involved in the FireSmart network.
Ember Comic
Ember helps the Patel family prepare for wildfire season and get FireSmart!
Farm and Ranch Assessment Resources
These resources were designed in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture for trained assessors to use when assessing a farm or ranch. If you have not attended the farm and ranch training please reach out to support@firesmartbc.ca before using these resources.
FireSmart Princeton Overview
Princeton was an early adopter of the FireSmart program. This video showcases the diverse projects and successes experienced there.
Retractable banner templates
Use these designs for your retractable banners at your next event!
View the banner designs below. Contact support@firesmartbc.ca for access to the print files. Click here to view an example of a retractable banner. Please note that these design files are currently sized as 33" x 85" and may need to be adjusted to fit your banner size.
Note: The printing costs can be covered by the CRI and ISC funds.
Home Ignition Zone
Immediate Zone
Understanding Fire Behaviour
A-Frame Signage Insert Designs
Use these designs for your A-Frame signage at your next local community event! Download the high-resolution print files below and connect with your local print shop to create the design.
You will also need to source a 24" x 36" A-Frame Sign (example here).
Note: The purchase of these signs and printing costs can be covered by the CRI and ISC funds.
All Sign Options
Download all sign options in one file, or download the sign options individually further below.
Option 1
Option 2
Option 3
Option 4
Option 5
Planning a FireSmart Presentation
Community Engagement Discussion Questions
FireSmart BC Begins At Home Guide
This guide provides easy steps to make your property FireSmart, while also covering how wildfires grow and spread, and the bigger picture of creating FireSmart communities.
FireSmart BC December 2023 Power Hour
Below are the slides and Q&A document from this December 2023 Power Hour.
How An Assessment Helped Save a Home
The following video tells the incredible story of a West Kelowna home that survived the McDougall Creek wildfire. Hear from homeowner Deanna Hamilton, FireSmart Coordinator Bryce Stirling, and Fire Chief Jason Brolund as they discuss the assessment that helped save the home.
FireSmart Education Program School Visit Toolkit
This toolkit provides the information and resources required for FireSmart Coordinators, Local FireSmart Representatives, Prevention Specialists and other staff to easily coordinate and implement a school/classroom visit.
