Looking for ways to significantly increase the fire resilience of your home this year? Consider installing fire-resistant windows. Tempered, thermal (double-paned) windows are strongly recommended.

For more FireSmart tips, visit: begins-at-home-guide.firesmartbc.ca

The FireSmart Plant Program is live at nurseries and garden centres across BC! Through this tagging program, you can easily select fire-resilient plants for your property. Want to see if your local garden centre is participating?

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The Wildfire Resiliency and Training Summit has sold out! Thank you to everyone who registered for the training and conference portions. We’re looking forward to seeing everyone later this weekend!

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Reed grass is a very common plant around many homes, but it’s also a major wildfire hazard. Thankfully, there are prettier, safer options out there. Find them at participating local garden centres labelled with the FireSmart Plant Tag or visit tinyurl.com/2u9tjvmh

When it comes to FireSmart landscaping, it can be difficult to determine where to begin. If you’re looking for a good place to start, consider choosing fire-resistant plants by using the tools on our updated Landscaping Hub!

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The 2024 Wildfire Resiliency and Training Summit starts this weekend! The Summit agenda includes several insightful keynote presentations, expert panels, informative breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and more.

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Through the FireSmart 2024 Public Perceptions Survey, we were able to determine that 68% of British Columbians believe that climate change is the primary cause for the increase in wildfire outbreaks.

Find more survey results and insights at: tinyurl.com/2fn25tmx

Ember is back with more spring cleaning tips! Next up on her list is the removal of flammable debris such as dry leaves, twigs, and branches to help keep her property clean and resilient!

For more FireSmart tips, visit: tinyurl.com/366j6cst

Shared Stewardship is a collaborative approach to land management. Watch the video linked below to learn more.

While fire-resistant plants are an important element of your garden, you should also ensure that you’re selecting the right mulch materials. For optimal fire resilience, choose gravel mulch or decorative crushed rock.

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With five insightful keynote presentations, a variety of workshops, informative panels, and networking opportunities, you don’t want to miss the 2024 Wildfire Resiliency and Training Summit!

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Episode 38 of the #GetFireSmartPodcast is live!

We spoke with Dan Stevens, a FireSmart BC education and outreach coordinator from Chase, BC. Through our conversation, we learn what it means to get ready for wildfire season.

Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

FNESS - First Nations Emergency Services Society

Ember is back with more spring cleaning tips! Next up on her list is the removal of flammable debris such as dry leaves, twigs, and branches to help keep her property clean and resilient!

For more FireSmart tips, visit: tinyurl.com/366j6cst

Working on your yard? Be sure to incorporate FireSmart principles! From fire-resistant plants to yard maintenance tips, our Landscaping Hub can support your FireSmart landscaping journey.

Explore our updated Landscaping Hub: tinyurl.com/mr22j3b2

FireSmart BC is aware of fraudulent phone calls and home visits from individuals posing as FireSmart staff. We are advising any businesses or residents to carefully confirm the origin of such solicitation before providing any information. When in doubt, contact us directly.

The 2024 Wildfire Resiliency and Training Summit is an important five-day gathering that will help communities across BC improve their wildfire resiliency. Not sure what to expect for this event? Look at last year’s Summit in action!

Register: tinyurl.com/yc4baxft

Did you know that your garage door and the exterior doors around your home can significantly impact fire resilience? That’s why it’s important to ensure all doors are fire-rated and have a good seal.

For more FireSmart tips, visit: begins-at-home-guide.firesmartbc.ca

Brandon Dennis is our LFR (Local FireSmart Representative) of the month! As the FireSmart Coordinator for Witset First Nation, he became an LFR to further support his community. Keep up the great work, Brandon!

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While junipers are pretty, they’re a serious fire hazard. Luckily, the FireSmart Plant Program makes it easy to find fire-resilient and appealing options. To learn more, look for FireSmart plant tags at participating garden centres or visit tinyurl.com/2u9tjvmh