About FireSmart™
FireSmart™ involves the application of both preventative and mitigative strategies to lower the risk of wildfires for Albertans and their communities while considering the ecological benefits that wildfires provide to the landscape.
By implementing FireSmart™ practices, communities can protect homes, properties and lives from the devastating impacts of wildfires.
The FireSmart™ framework consists of seven disciplines to help communities address the threat of wildfire:
- Education
- Emergency Planning
- Interagency Cooperation
- Vegetation Management
- Legislation
- Development
- Cross Training
FireSmart, Intelli-feu and other associated Marks are trademarks of Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre Inc.
FireSmart™ Home Assessment Program
The City of Grande Prairie launched a free FireSmart™ Home Assessment Program, funded by a grant from the Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta (FRIAA) for 200 homes from May to October, 2025. The program aims to help residents reduce the risk of wildfire damage to their properties and enhance community resilience.
Residents can request a free FireSmart™ Advanced Home Assessment with a certified Home Ignition Zone (HIZ) specialist who will visit their property and provide a customized report with recommendations on how to improve their home’s wildfire readiness. The assessment focuses on the home ignition zone (within 30 metres), where most wildfires start.
The HIZ specialist will also share tips and resources on how to implement FireSmart™ best practices, such as clearing combustible materials, creating defensible space and choosing fire-resistant landscaping and building materials.
The FireSmart™ Home Assessment Program has wrapped up for 2025. Stay tuned for updates on the 2026 season.
