Creating a wildfire-resilient province through FireSmart is an ambitious goal; one we recognize can’t be achieved alone. Accomplishing our mission takes more than a village. It takes all of us, through widespread participation, advocacy, and action from individuals, businesses, and government entities alike. When we collaborate, we can make a significant impact in helping reduce wildfire risk and protecting communities across British Columbia.
Partnering with organizations that share our values is critical, and the insurance industry is a key ally in advancing wildfire preparedness. With this goal in mind, The FireSmart BC Wildfire Mitigation Program (WMP), formerly our Home Partners Program, collaborates with insurance companies to expand our reach and incentivize homeowners to FireSmart their properties. A key example is FireSmart’s partnership with BCAA.
FireSmart BC Partners with BCAA
Since 2023, FireSmart BC has partnered with leading insurance provider BCAA in a program that’s amplified our reach and helped ensure more homeowners and communities have access to essential resources. If your insurance policy is through BCAA, you may be eligible for cost savings.
Property owners who complete the assessment through the Wildfire Mitigation Program can receive $100 off their BCAA Home Insurance policy. After completing all the recommended mitigation actions, they can also receive an additional 5% off their policy.
Partnering with BCAA has strengthened our connection with communities across the province, improving wildfire resiliency in at-risk regions. In addition to offering cost incentives, BCAA is investing $250,000 annually into wildfire prevention and preparedness with FireSmart BC, including resource development, community outreach, and wildfire resilience initiatives.
Find out if your community is participating in the Wildfire Mitigation Program and book your Home Assessment today.
Partnering for a More Resilient Province
Collaboration is the key to our success. In addition to partnering with insurance companies, FireSmart BC collaborates with Indigenous and non-Indigenous non-profits, garden centres and hardware stores, schools and educational organizations, wildfire mitigation and climate change organizations, and tourism companies. A few of our other partnering organizations include the Co-operators, Nature Kids BC, and various home and garden centres across BC. Interested in partnering with FireSmart BC? Please connect with us by reviewing our Partnership Package and completing our Intake Form.
