What is FireSmart?

FireSmart is a nationally recognized wildfire prevention and mitigation program that helps homeowners, property owners, businesses, and communities reduce their risk from wildfire.

Research has shown that many homes lost during wildfires are ignited by embers rather than direct flames. These burning embers can travel several kilometres ahead of a wildfire and ignite vulnerable materials on or around a property.

FireSmart focuses on practical, proven actions that reduce wildfire risk within the Home Ignition Zone—the area extending up to 100 metres from a structure. A home's vulnerability to wildfire is influenced not only by the building itself, but also by the surrounding vegetation, landscaping, and combustible materials found throughout the property.

By making simple changes such as cleaning gutters, relocating firewood, pruning trees, reducing combustible materials, and selecting more fire-resistant building materials, property owners can significantly improve the likelihood that their home will withstand a wildfire.

Wildfire preparedness is a shared responsibility. When residents, businesses, agricultural producers, and local governments work together to reduce risk, we help protect lives, property, critical infrastructure, and the natural environment.

The District of Hope supports FireSmart initiatives through education, free assessments, rebate opportunities, property support programs, and community wildfire resilience planning.

Get FireSmart at Home

Understanding your property's Home Ignition Zone is one of the most effective ways to reduce wildfire risk.

Use the interactive FireSmart Home Ignition Zone guide to explore your property's vulnerabilities and learn practical steps you can take today to make your home and property more wildfire resilient.