First Nations' Emergency Services Society of BC

11/04/2026

Please be advised that the FNESS Kamloops and Vancouver offices will be closed from Tuesday, November 10 to Friday, November 13 due to staff training.

During this time FNESS can be contacted by phone or email on a limited basis.

10/20/2026

Interested in learning more about FireSmart funding for your community?

Join UBCM’s upcoming webinar on the 2027 FireSmart Community Funding and Supports Intake to learn more about funding opportunities to help reduce wildfire risk in your community!

📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026
🕜 1:30–3:00 p.m. (Pacific Time)
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This webinar will provide communities with information about the 2027 FireSmart Community Funding and Supports intake. The session will be followed by a Q&A.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about how your community can take steps toward becoming more wildfire-resilient!

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10/14/2026

As work continues through the Structural Fire Hardening Pilot, we’re putting FireSmart recommendations into action.

One important part of fire hardening is creating defensible barriers around structures. Reducing combustible materials and other potential fuels around a home can help decrease the pathways a wildfire may use to reach the structure. Throughout the process, changes to participating properties are documented to capture progress and show how FireSmart recommendations can translate into practical improvements.

Every improvement is another step toward strengthening wildfire resilience.

The Structural Fire Hardening Pilot Program is supported financially by our official national partner, Aviva Canada. To learn more, visit: https://www.fness.bc.ca/structural-fire-hardening-program/

FireSmart questions? Connect with the FNESS FireSmart team at [email protected].

10/08/2026

Another great event at the Grouse Grind!
Thank you BFL CANADA for the ongoing support. Not only is this a fun way for our teams to get together in person, but it also helps raise funds for our programs. Programs like our Firefighter Development Program...speaking of our Firefighter Development Program, 2 of the top 3 finishing times this year were graduates from that program! Great work everyone - and a very big thank you again to BFL Canada!

10/08/2026

Need some tips on safe-charging? Here's six to get you started!

We all use electronic devices throughout the day, and making safe-charging a habit will greatly reduce the likelihood of a fire.

10/06/2026

Did you know a battery fire could look like this?
Safe charging is no joke! Fires started from electronic devices are becoming more common - but the good news is there are things you can do about it! Start here:
https://www.nfpa.org/events/fire-prevention-week -safety-tips

10/06/2026

Becoming a member of FNESS is free, and it protects more than our lands — it protects our ways of leading, preparing, and responding.

✅ Influence FNESS governance and leadership
✅Advocate for programs and services that make First Nations communities safer.
✅Ensure First Nations voices shape the future of emergency management

🗳️To vote at the 2026 AGM, your membership must be received by Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
📍 AGM
📅November 25, 2026 | Online
Let’s build safer, stronger communities—together.
🔗Sign up or renew today: www.fness.bc.ca/membership

10/06/2026

𝗙𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦’ 32nd 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴
📆Wednesday, November 25, 2026 - 5:00pm-7:00pm
Virtual meeting only, via Zoom
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𝗖𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀: email [email protected] if you would like a nomination form and/or a proxy form. We will send current members a link to register for the AGM.
𝗡𝗼𝗻-𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀: In order to nominate or vote, membership application must be received on or before Wednesday, November 11, 2026 @ 4:00pm PST.
To become a member visit: fness.bc.ca/membership
An AGM registration link will be sent upon membership confirmation.
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Questions?
✉️ [email protected]
📞toll free: 1-888-388-4431 ext: 201

10/05/2026

This past month, we’ve progressed into the hands-on portion of the Structural Fire Hardening Pilot Program with Ashcroft Indian Band. Over the next few weeks, AIB will be making fire-hardening improvements to structures to help protect them from ignition during an ember storm.

Some of the fire-hardening measures being completed include:

-Modification of building openings
-Creating defensible space
-Exterior structure sealing

Embers are small, burning pieces of material that can be carried as far as 2km ahead of a wildfire. By addressing vulnerabilities identified through the FireSmart BC Wildfire Mitigation Program assessment, the project is moving from assessment into action and helping structures become more resilient to wildfire exposure.

The Structural Fire Hardening Pilot Program is supported financially by our official national partner, Aviva Canada.

To learn more, visit: https://www.fness.bc.ca/structural-fire-hardening-program/

FireSmart questions? Connect with the FNESS FireSmart team at [email protected].

09/30/2026

Today, more than ever, it's important we come together to recognize and honour the strength and resilience of our Indigenous ancestors, families, and communities.

We encourage everyone to listen to our stories, uplift Indigenous voices, and reflect on the meaning of truth and reconciliation.

Visit orangeshirtday.org to learn more or to make a donation.

If you or someone you know is affected by residential schools and needs support, the 24/7 Residential School Crisis Line is available at 1-866-925-2219.


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