Training

FireSmart Ambassadors (PDF 129 KB) play a vital role in promoting FireSmart principles and raising awareness about wildfire prevention in your community. The focus is on engaging and educating the community, not conducting technical assessments.

Training

The Level 1 FireSmart Ambassador training is a self-paced, comprehensive, four-module online course accessible to individuals of all backgrounds and community roles. It typically takes around three hours to complete and is a prerequisite for Level 2-4 positions.

The Neighbourhood Recognition Program (NRP) Specialist (PDF 138 KB) oversees and supports the implementation of the FireSmart Canada Neighbourhood Recognition Program within the local area. Duties include guiding residents and neighbourhoods through the NRP process, which involves establishing committees, conducting wildland fire hazard assessments, and organizing FireSmart events.

To become an NRP Specialist, you must complete Level 1 Ambassador training and subsequent Level 2 training. You must also meet specific eligibility requirements for this position.

Training

Access to the Level 2 NRP Specialist training requires an access code. Please complete the access code request form to request a code.

After your request is approved and you obtain the code, you may revisit this page to access the NRP Specialist training.

The Home Ignition Zone (HIZ) Specialist oversees the FireSmart Canada Advanced Home Assessment Program and other endorsed home assessment programs within your local community. The primary objective is to assist residents in identifying and mitigating potential property hazards associated with wildfires.

Guided by a FireSmart Program Coordinator or other community authority, the HIZ Specialist performs authorized FireSmart home assessments upon residents' request. You then submit the assessments for approval, communicate the results to the residents, and offer advice and guidance on adhering to the FireSmart Canada Home Ignition Zone guidelines.

Training

HIZ Specialist training will be conducted exclusively through in-person workshops at predetermined locations. Completion of Level 1 Ambassador Training is a prerequisite for participation in the HIZ Specialist Training.

To inquire about Advanced Home Assessment Training, email FireSmart Canada at [email protected]. Provide your Level 1 Ambassador training certificate and specify your location.

The FireSmart Program Coordinator oversees FireSmart Canada initiatives within a community, municipality, or regional area. Their primary objective is to improve wildfire preparedness, prevention, and mitigation efforts while reducing community risks.

This role entails working closely with community organizations, local governments, and provincial/territorial wildfire management agencies to coordinate FireSmart programs, projects, budgets, and grant applications and potentially contribute to Community Wildfire Protection Plans.

Training

The hiring organization conducts the training for the Level 4 Program Coordinator position. Before undertaking the Level 4 Program Coordinator training, you must complete Level 1-3 training and actively engage in each role.

If you want to pursue a FireSmart Program Coordinator role, please contact [insert contact information].