Campbell River FireSmart is dedicated to reducing wildfire risk to properties and homes through public education. The goal of FireSmart is to empower homeowners to increase their resilience to wildfire on their properties and in their communities. 

Catastrophic wildfire on the coast may seem unlikely, but it's still a threat. Check out BC FireSmart's latest video highlighting the unique challenges and opportunities surrounding wildfire in coastal BC, as well as the collaborative and proactive ways that coastal residents can make their communities FireSmart.

• Fire On the Coast Video

Sign up for a FREE FireSmart Home Assessment

A City of Campbell River FireSmart Coordinator will come to your home and provide a free assessment of your property. They will prepare a report with tips for how to make your property more likely to survive a wildfire. Email firesmart@campbellriver.ca or call 250-286-6266 to find out more. 

• FireSmart Assessment Overview Video

How to Make Your Home FireSmart

Sparks and embers can be thrown up to 2 km ahead of a wildfire. These can ignite materials on or near your home. These FireSmart guidelines will help you create a defensible space around your home, minimizing your fire risk. 

• FireSmart Begins at Home Guide

FireSmart Recognized Neighbourhood

Learn how to become a Canadian FireSmart Recognized Neighbourhood, and lead the change for a safer community. Visit FireSmart Canada Neighbourhood Recognition Program

 Be Prepared

• Wildfire Emergency Checklist
• Prepare Your Pets

Additional Links:

• FireSmart BC
• BC Wildfire Service
• Community Wildfire Protection Plan

Resources

• Campbell River FireSmart Guide to Gardening
• FireSmart Homeowner's Manual

Stop by the No. 1 Fire Station, 675 13th Ave. Campbell River, for free copies of the FireSmart BC Homeowner's Manual, the Campbell River FireSmart Guide to Gardening, and the FireSmart BC Landscaping Guide.