FireSmart Community Funding and Supports

As of February 2, 2026 the FireSmart Community Funding and Supports program will transition to the 2026 Winter/Spring Closed Intake.  The program will no longer operate as an open intake and funding for fuel management activities will no longer be available under the FireSmart Community Funding & Supports program.  All applications for the 2026 Winter/Spring Closed Intake will be required to be submitted in full by April 30, 2026 and will be adjudicated based on merit and priority. 

Frequently Asked Questions (January 2026)

The FireSmart Community Funding and Supports program provides funding to local governments and First Nations in BC to increase community resiliency by undertaking community-based FireSmart planning and activities that reduce the community’s risk from wildfire.