US EditionDistrict of Summerland Prepping UBCM Grant Application for $600,000 for FireSmart Initiatives
- The District of Summerland approved a $600,000 grant application on May 27, 2025, for wildfire prevention and firefighter training.
- This application responds to ongoing wildfire risks and aims to mitigate hazards on municipally owned lands near Summerland's northwest boundary with support from local and provincial partners.
- The grant application is part of a provincial initiative, established in 2018, focused on enhancing wildfire preparedness by supporting fuel management and strengthening community resilience efforts.
- The funding will fully finance a FireSmart Coordinator position and wildfire mitigation efforts, ensuring no financial impact on the community while continuing local prevention initiatives.
- If authorized, the project will advance wildfire risk mitigation on municipal properties with collaboration and support provided by the provincial Ministry of Forests alongside the Penticton Indian Band, contributing to the region’s ongoing efforts to build resilience.
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FireSmart Community Funding and Supports - Province of British Columbia
Administered through the Union of British Columbia Municipalities(UBCM) with an initial investment of $60M, this program is available to indigenous and non-indigenous communities to deliver FireSmart activities as supported by the BC FireSmart Committee.
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