It’s not a mystery why some houses survive catastrophic wildfires while neighbouring homes burn. Still, few people follow FireSmart recommendations — these experts are trying to fix that: thenarwhal.ca/firesmart-ho...
Why aren’t more homes in Canada FireSmart? | The Narwhal
We know FireSmart measures protect houses and communities from wildfire, but implementation is slow. These experts are trying to fix that
thenarwhal.ca
March 13, 2025 at 2:52 PM
It’s not a mystery why some houses survive catastrophic wildfires while neighbouring homes burn. Still, few people follow FireSmart recommendations — these experts are trying to fix that: thenarwhal.ca/firesmart-ho...
You guys remember that FireSmart mascot, Ember??? Yeah, I also remember giving her a stupidly fat and clumsy monobutt because she's cute as heck :3
October 28, 2024 at 8:00 PM
You guys remember that FireSmart mascot, Ember??? Yeah, I also remember giving her a stupidly fat and clumsy monobutt because she's cute as heck :3
“This hub includes an extensive list of fire-resistant plants, tips on how to create a FireSmart landscape, and information on the FireSmart BC Plant Program.” firesmartbc.ca/landscaping-... - FireSmart BC
#BCWildfire #DefensibleSpace #FireSafety #HomeAndGarden #WUI
#BCWildfire #DefensibleSpace #FireSafety #HomeAndGarden #WUI
FireSmart BC Landscaping Hub
By making the right strategic choices in your yard, you can make your property more resilient to wildfire. This hub includes an extensive list of fire-resistant plants, tips on how to create a FireSma...
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August 19, 2025 at 4:40 AM
“This hub includes an extensive list of fire-resistant plants, tips on how to create a FireSmart landscape, and information on the FireSmart BC Plant Program.” firesmartbc.ca/landscaping-... - FireSmart BC
#BCWildfire #DefensibleSpace #FireSafety #HomeAndGarden #WUI
#BCWildfire #DefensibleSpace #FireSafety #HomeAndGarden #WUI
CHASE, BRITISH COLUMBIA: “Boosting FireSmart rebates tops list of wildfire mitigation strategies proposed by Chase coordinator” www.castanet.net/news/Salmon-... - @castanet.net
#BCWildfire #ChaseBC cc: #Kamloops
#BCWildfire #ChaseBC cc: #Kamloops
Boosting FireSmart rebates tops list of wildfire mitigation strategies proposed by Chase coordinator - Salmon Arm News
Matching rebates to support FireSmart efforts and developing a wildfire development permit area topped the list of wildfire mitigation proposals recommended by Chase's FireSmart coordinator.
www.castanet.net
February 12, 2025 at 8:08 PM
CHASE, BRITISH COLUMBIA: “Boosting FireSmart rebates tops list of wildfire mitigation strategies proposed by Chase coordinator” www.castanet.net/news/Salmon-... - @castanet.net
#BCWildfire #ChaseBC cc: #Kamloops
#BCWildfire #ChaseBC cc: #Kamloops
CHASE, BRITISH COLUMBIA: “The Village of Chase FireSmart coordinator has issued a stern warning in a new wildfire risk report drafted for the municipality: “It’s not a matter of if a wildfire happens, but when."” www.castanet.net/news/Salmon-... - @castanet.net
#BCWildfire #ChaseBC cc: #Kamloops
#BCWildfire #ChaseBC cc: #Kamloops
Chase FireSmart coordinator warns village at high risk of wildfire within 20 years - Salmon Arm News
Chase’s FireSmart coordinator warns, “it’s not a matter of if a wildfire happens but when,” in new wildfire risk report.
www.castanet.net
February 7, 2025 at 9:49 PM
CHASE, BRITISH COLUMBIA: “The Village of Chase FireSmart coordinator has issued a stern warning in a new wildfire risk report drafted for the municipality: “It’s not a matter of if a wildfire happens, but when."” www.castanet.net/news/Salmon-... - @castanet.net
#BCWildfire #ChaseBC cc: #Kamloops
#BCWildfire #ChaseBC cc: #Kamloops
British Columbia’s FireSmart program has another lease on life — for now. But change is coming. #bcpoli
BC’s Budget Provides a One-Time FireSmart Top-Up | The Tyee
The province doled out $15 million, while signalling the program would shift gears.
thetyee.ca
February 27, 2026 at 3:40 PM
British Columbia’s FireSmart program has another lease on life — for now. But change is coming. #bcpoli
#BC promotes #FIRESMART- here is a great program that will help emergency preparedness
PUSH for FireSmart in your region for your property. It’ll help with insurance as well. #cdnpoli #climatePreparedness
PUSH for FireSmart in your region for your property. It’ll help with insurance as well. #cdnpoli #climatePreparedness
FireSmart funding applications opening for 2027 wildfire preparedness
The provincial government its putting forward $15 million for FireSmart projects to be carried out next year. In a Sunday news release, the Ministry of Forests said the 2027 FireSmart Community Fundin...
ground.news
September 14, 2026 at 2:07 PM
#BC promotes #FIRESMART- here is a great program that will help emergency preparedness
PUSH for FireSmart in your region for your property. It’ll help with insurance as well. #cdnpoli #climatePreparedness
PUSH for FireSmart in your region for your property. It’ll help with insurance as well. #cdnpoli #climatePreparedness
Wildfire resiliency is important. That's why, this year, we contributed $15 million to the FireSmart Collective program.
Learn how to get involved at FireSmartBC.ca/LFCP
Learn how to get involved at FireSmartBC.ca/LFCP
The Local FireSmart Collective Program (LFCP) | FireSmart BC
FireSmartBC.ca
July 3, 2026 at 10:41 PM
Wildfire resiliency is important. That's why, this year, we contributed $15 million to the FireSmart Collective program.
Learn how to get involved at FireSmartBC.ca/LFCP
Learn how to get involved at FireSmartBC.ca/LFCP
PSA for folks with elderly parents in BC wildfire risk zones: some regions are offering free FireSmart home assessments for seniors. My mom has an appointment this afternoon and they're gonna walk around the property and point out any areas of concern we can address. firesmartbc.ca
FireSmart BC
Wildfire is a risk that all British Columbians need to be prepared for. Whether you’re a homeowner or a community leader, FireSmart BC is your go-to source when preparing for wildfire season.
firesmartbc.ca
July 24, 2024 at 5:43 PM
PSA for folks with elderly parents in BC wildfire risk zones: some regions are offering free FireSmart home assessments for seniors. My mom has an appointment this afternoon and they're gonna walk around the property and point out any areas of concern we can address. firesmartbc.ca
DYK there are simple steps you can take to protect your home & community from wildfire? In this video, Kara McCurdy discusses the FireSmart program – a national initiative that helps residents reduce the risk of fire and wildland interface fire on their properties. Learn more: halifax.ca/FireSmart
September 2, 2025 at 1:01 PM
DYK there are simple steps you can take to protect your home & community from wildfire? In this video, Kara McCurdy discusses the FireSmart program – a national initiative that helps residents reduce the risk of fire and wildland interface fire on their properties. Learn more: halifax.ca/FireSmart
You can protect your home from wildfire and keep your yard green. Fire-resistant landscaping helps create defensible space while supporting a healthy, eco-friendly environment.
#FireSmart #DefensibleSpace #WildfirePreparedness #CALFIRE
#FireSmart #DefensibleSpace #WildfirePreparedness #CALFIRE
May 20, 2025 at 2:40 PM
You can protect your home from wildfire and keep your yard green. Fire-resistant landscaping helps create defensible space while supporting a healthy, eco-friendly environment.
#FireSmart #DefensibleSpace #WildfirePreparedness #CALFIRE
#FireSmart #DefensibleSpace #WildfirePreparedness #CALFIRE
It's #CommunityWildfirePreparednessDay! 🏠🔥🌲With proper planning, you can reduce interface fire risk by following some simple #FireSmart principles. Westcoasters, get FireSmart advice from @alberniclayoquotrd.bsky.social here: www.acrd.bc.ca/firesmart - and all BCers can check out: firesmartbc.ca
May 3, 2025 at 9:40 PM
It's #CommunityWildfirePreparednessDay! 🏠🔥🌲With proper planning, you can reduce interface fire risk by following some simple #FireSmart principles. Westcoasters, get FireSmart advice from @alberniclayoquotrd.bsky.social here: www.acrd.bc.ca/firesmart - and all BCers can check out: firesmartbc.ca
She’s so cute…….. Ember the FireSmart Fox they could never make me hate you
August 19, 2025 at 1:13 AM
She’s so cute…….. Ember the FireSmart Fox they could never make me hate you
Could your home survive a wildfire? How to FireSmart your property #Canada
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Could your home survive a wildfire? How to FireSmart your property
Northwestern Ontario has seen severe impacts this 2026 wildfire season. Here are some simple steps homeowners can take to reduce wildfire risks and better protect their property by following the FireS...
www.cbc.ca
July 31, 2026 at 1:43 PM
Could your home survive a wildfire? How to FireSmart your property #Canada
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“Wildfire season sparks new FireSmart crew in Sicamous” www.saobserver.net/local-news/w... via Salmon Arm Observer
#BCWildfire #FireSmart #FireSmartBC #Sicamous #Wildfires
#BCWildfire #FireSmart #FireSmartBC #Sicamous #Wildfires
Wildfire season sparks new FireSmart crew in Sicamous
Team will provide free property risk assessments, education in the community
www.saobserver.net
July 24, 2025 at 7:31 PM
“Wildfire season sparks new FireSmart crew in Sicamous” www.saobserver.net/local-news/w... via Salmon Arm Observer
#BCWildfire #FireSmart #FireSmartBC #Sicamous #Wildfires
#BCWildfire #FireSmart #FireSmartBC #Sicamous #Wildfires
January 15, 2025 at 7:53 PM
DID YOU KNOW: The FireSmart program was developed to help people reduce the risk of damage due to wildfires through a set of tools, activities and resources.
Simple FireSmart activities can make all the difference! Learn more: firesmartbc.ca
Simple FireSmart activities can make all the difference! Learn more: firesmartbc.ca
August 25, 2025 at 12:08 AM
DID YOU KNOW: The FireSmart program was developed to help people reduce the risk of damage due to wildfires through a set of tools, activities and resources.
Simple FireSmart activities can make all the difference! Learn more: firesmartbc.ca
Simple FireSmart activities can make all the difference! Learn more: firesmartbc.ca
At the symposium, one message is clear: FireSmart is how we strengthen community resilience. Everyone has a role in protecting their home.
This panel spelled it out: provinces and local leaders must drive a FireSmart future, where work happens before wildfire hits.
#BCWildfire
This panel spelled it out: provinces and local leaders must drive a FireSmart future, where work happens before wildfire hits.
#BCWildfire
December 5, 2025 at 8:36 PM
At the symposium, one message is clear: FireSmart is how we strengthen community resilience. Everyone has a role in protecting their home.
This panel spelled it out: provinces and local leaders must drive a FireSmart future, where work happens before wildfire hits.
#BCWildfire
This panel spelled it out: provinces and local leaders must drive a FireSmart future, where work happens before wildfire hits.
#BCWildfire
Always remember Fyre safety! Always smother Fyre's when you're done using them.
This message brought to you by Ember™ the FireSmart Fox, with assistance from @spade.expert ~
🎨: 007Delta
#furryart
This message brought to you by Ember™ the FireSmart Fox, with assistance from @spade.expert ~
🎨: 007Delta
#furryart
January 9, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Always remember Fyre safety! Always smother Fyre's when you're done using them.
This message brought to you by Ember™ the FireSmart Fox, with assistance from @spade.expert ~
🎨: 007Delta
#furryart
This message brought to you by Ember™ the FireSmart Fox, with assistance from @spade.expert ~
🎨: 007Delta
#furryart
I’m down bad for Ember the FireSmart Fox
August 19, 2025 at 2:55 AM
I’m down bad for Ember the FireSmart Fox
British Columbia FireSmart: firesmartbc.ca
DriveBC: www.drivebc.ca
EmergencyInfoBC: www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca
Local government
#BCWildfire 2/2
DriveBC: www.drivebc.ca
EmergencyInfoBC: www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca
Local government
#BCWildfire 2/2
Wildfire Emergency Page | FireSmart BC
firesmartbc.ca
August 8, 2026 at 6:34 AM
British Columbia FireSmart: firesmartbc.ca
DriveBC: www.drivebc.ca
EmergencyInfoBC: www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca
Local government
#BCWildfire 2/2
DriveBC: www.drivebc.ca
EmergencyInfoBC: www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca
Local government
#BCWildfire 2/2
FireSmart B.C. educates the public and communities on reducing wildfire risk near homes and provides funding for retrofits and building upgrades to improve fire resilience.
https://ow.ly/25W250YcjTI
https://ow.ly/25W250YcjTI
B.C. communities face wildfire risks as FireSmart funding ends - The Weather Network
Program teaches the public and communities about ways to mitigate the impact of wildfire near homes
ow.ly
February 10, 2026 at 8:30 PM
FireSmart B.C. educates the public and communities on reducing wildfire risk near homes and provides funding for retrofits and building upgrades to improve fire resilience.
https://ow.ly/25W250YcjTI
https://ow.ly/25W250YcjTI
The town of Jasper is building back better, but protecting the remaining two thirds of the town with FireSmart practices remains a discretionary endeavour.
Read more about this in my latest story for the Globe and Mail.
Read more about this in my latest story for the Globe and Mail.
Alberta towns scarred by fires look to change the way they build
FireSmart regulations face pushback on cost and a desire to preserve mountain aesthetic
www.theglobeandmail.com
November 27, 2025 at 4:11 PM
The town of Jasper is building back better, but protecting the remaining two thirds of the town with FireSmart practices remains a discretionary endeavour.
Read more about this in my latest story for the Globe and Mail.
Read more about this in my latest story for the Globe and Mail.
thinkin about how here in BC instead of Smokey Bear we've got Ember the FireSmart Fox now
December 31, 2024 at 7:31 PM
thinkin about how here in BC instead of Smokey Bear we've got Ember the FireSmart Fox now
You're invited to join HRFE this Monday for a FireSmart Education Session at Sir Sandford Fleming Park (The Dingle), 260 Dingle Rd., Halifax.
We are looking forward to sharing practical information on how to reduce wildfire risk in you home and community!
#FireSmart
We are looking forward to sharing practical information on how to reduce wildfire risk in you home and community!
#FireSmart
September 4, 2026 at 10:01 AM
You're invited to join HRFE this Monday for a FireSmart Education Session at Sir Sandford Fleming Park (The Dingle), 260 Dingle Rd., Halifax.
We are looking forward to sharing practical information on how to reduce wildfire risk in you home and community!
#FireSmart
We are looking forward to sharing practical information on how to reduce wildfire risk in you home and community!
#FireSmart