Emergency Services

Regional FireSmart Program

Wildfires have been a natural part of our coastal forest environment for thousands of years. Building our homes in the interface with forested areas increases the risk from wildfires. With proper planning it is possible to reduce the interface fire risk by following some simple FireSmart principles. You can get FireSmart advice from the qRD’s Regional FireSmart Program. Book a free FireSmart assessment and get started!

 

Request a Free FireSmart Assessment

How to FireSmart your Home:

 

FireSmart Resources

qathet Regional District FireSmart Brochure (PDF)

qathet Regional District FireSmart Rebate Brochure (PDF)

Building a new home? Check out FireSmart Begins at Home: This links to a great manual that every property owner should read.

 

Community Wildfire Protection Planning

The Community Wildfire Resiliency Plan involved a partnership between the qathet Regional District, the City of Powell River, and the Tla’amin First Nation. This Plan consists of a comprehensive analysis of wildfire risk and recommendations to reduce wildfire risk for the qathet Regional District, City of Powell River, and Tla’amin Nation. This document is designed for a wide variety of audiences, including elected officials, government and Nation staff, and the general public.

 

View the Community Wildfire Resiliency Plan below:

Regional Community Wildfire Resiliency Plan (PDF)

 

Open Fire and Burning Regulations

Help reduce the risk of fire in your community by abiding by local and provincial fire regulations. Click the link below to review active regulations, restrictions and bans.

 

Emergency Services Department

Address
#202 - 4675 Marine Avenue
Powell River, BC V8A 2L2
Contact
Tel: 604-485-2260
Fax: 604-485-2216

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