FireSmart is a provincial initiative dedicated to reducing the risk of wildfire damage to homes, communities, and forests. Building wildfire resilience is a shared effort, so we’re here to support you with the tools and resources you need to protect your property and the community you call home.
FireSmart supports communities in Juan de Fuca (JDF), Salt Spring Island (SS), and the Southern Gulf Islands (SGI) in reducing wildfire risk through various activities, including:
- Free home inspections from a Local FireSmart Representative
- Public information sessions
- Community wood chipping events
Click here to find your Local FireSmart Representative.
Community Wood Chipping Events
- East Sooke - April 26, 27th
- Otter Point - May 4th
- Shirley - May 10th
- Willis Point - May 11th
- Otter Point - June 22nd
Rebate Program
Received a FireSmart home assessment and are completing mitigation work? You may be eligible for a rebate for certain types of work completed to FireSmart. Email firesmart@crd.bc.ca for more information on eligible activities.
Read the FireSmart Begins At Home Guide
Reduce Wildfire Risk
The CRD supports Electoral Area communities in reducing wildfire risk. Read the Community Wildfire Resiliency Plans, view our Wildfire Community Roundtable Webinars, and study our wildfire exposure maps in the Electoral Area panels below.
