FireSmart BC Network

First Nations’ Emergency Services Society

The First Nations’ Emergency Services Society (FNESS) and FireSmart BC are working together to support First Nations in building community wildfire resiliency.

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What we do

Every FireSmart journey is unique. We are passionate about helping First Nations navigate where to start and what steps to take to build a more wildfire resilient community.

Who are are

  • Amanda Reynolds: FNESS Mitigation Manager
  • Helena Marken: FNESS FireSmart Researcher
  • Dan Stevens: FireSmart Education and Outreach Coordinator
  • Malina Garner: FireSmart Education and Outreach Coordinator

What can we help with?

  • Advising on the FireSmart BC program.
  • Guidance on FireSmart BC resources and programing
  • Work with the FNESS Mitigation Specialist/Liaison and First Nation communities in accessing funding through the Community Resiliency Investment (CRI) or the FNESS-Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) On-reserve FireSmart Program.
  • Suggestions on ensuring First Nation perspective and input are included in the FireSmartprogram.
  • Support for local FireSmart positions working for First Nations in BC.
  • Support for research projects within a community, or to serve a community.
  • FireSmart Training/Mentoring to FireSmart staff positions
  • Deliver FireSmart Education Presentations
  • Participate in FireSmart Community events

Learn more about FNESS here.

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HIZ for Indigenous and Northern Communities

Check out the FireSmart Home Ignition Zone (HIZ) for Indigenous and Northern Communities Graphic for an in-depth look at how you can build wildland fire resiliency.