Events: Conferences, Webinars & Stuff
17th International Wildland Fire Safety Summit & 7th Human Dimensions of Wildland Fire Conference
An international conference being hosted by the International Association of Wildland Fire to be hosted in Calgary, Alberta from October 20 - 24, 2025.
Canada Wildfire: Mission Critical Team Leader Training
Mission Critical Team Leader Training (MCTL) 2025, hosted by Canada Wildfire, offers resilience and leadership training for mission-critical teams, first responders, and leaders tackling high-pressure situations - like wildfire.
Over the course of three days, you will learn from the Mission Critical Team Institute experts, about improved decision-making, leadership and overall mental well-being. You will be given practical strategies that you can use immediately in your day-to-day as well as on the fireline.
Apart from all of the knowledge and skills you'll acquire over the course is the ability to connect with others that share similar roles to you. Not only will you leave with a solid toolset, but also a greater network to call on and support during periods of peak intensity.
Canada is Burning: What you need to know
Wildfires in Canada are growing worse due to rising temperatures and drier forests, impacting communities across the globe. Join Forests Canada’s webinar to learn why this is happening, what’s being done, and the next steps needed to tackle this urgent issue. Don’t miss this expert discussion!!
US National Wildland Firefighter Day
In the US, July 2 is National Wildland Firefighter Day (NWFFD), a day to honour the dedication and sacrifices of wildland firefighters. It includes all those on the frontlines—federal, state, local, Tribal, military, rural, contract crews, and support teams—who work tirelessly to protect lives, property, and natural and cultural resources. Check out last year’s video!
17th International Wildland Fire Safety Summit: Call For Presentations
June 6th is the final day to submit your speaker proposal for the upcoming International Wildland Fire Safety Summit being held later this year in Calgary Alberta.
Wildfire - Episode 5. BC Knowledge Network
Episode 5: Released. Ever wondered what it's really like to work on the frontline during a wildfire? This series will show you what it's like during what ended up being an incredible and overwhelming season for not only BC, but Canada as a whole.
Wildfire - Episode 4. BC Knowledge Network (Copy) (Copy)
Episode 4: Released. Ever wondered what it's really like to work on the frontline during a wildfire? This series will show you what it's like during what ended up being an incredible and overwhelming season for not only BC, but Canada as a whole.
Canada Wildfire Webinar: Wildfire Risk in Stswecem’c Xget’tem Territory
Canada Wildfire Presents a webinar on: Wildfire Risk in Stswecem’c Xget’tem Territory: Settler-Colonial Barriers and Their Solutions.
Wildfire - Episode 3. BC Knowledge Network
Episode 3: Released. Ever wondered what it's really like to work on the frontline during a wildfire? This series will show you what it's like during what ended up being an incredible and overwhelming season for not only BC, but Canada as a whole.
International Fire Fighter's Day
“The day recognises the value of firefighters’ commitment and devotion while serving as reminder of the inherent risks they confront on a day-to-day basis while battling fires and reacting to emergencies.” - Quote from The Economic Times article.
Canada Wildfire Webinar: Fire Intelligence & Supporting Tools
A webinar about a cool app that showcases advanced tools communities and organizations can use in the management of wildfire.
BC’s Knowledge Network. Mini-Series: Wildfire
Ever wondered what it's really like to work on the frontline during a wildfire? This series will show you what it's like during what ended up being an incredible and overwhelming season for not only BC, but Canada as a whole.
Evaluating Prescribed Fire Comms: Hosted Webinar Southern Fire Exchange
South Fire Exchange is hosting a webinar by Dr. Ludie Bond as she shares key insights from her latest research on public perceptions of prescribed burning, the importance of adaptive fire communication strategies, and identifying trusted messengers for delivering prescribed fire information.
Wildfire Resiliency and Training Summit
Conference will host over 700 firefighting professionals, FireSmart experts, and community leaders will come together in Penticton, BC for a summit focused on wildfire preparedness. The event will highlight the latest research, technologies, and best practices, while providing opportunities to strengthen partnerships and share knowledge ahead of the wildfire season.
Women in Wildfire Panel Discussion: Virtual Event
Grassroots Wildland Firefighters is hosting a virtual event for Women in Wildfire. They are a US based organization that gives voice to the federal wildland firefighting efforts and is a nonprofit organization. Consider both subscribing and attending the event.
Link to register for the event here.
Start of Wildfire Season for...
Welcome, Yukon, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario, to the official start of your 2025 wildfire season.
Since we missed the start of the fire season for Alberta, Nova Scotia, and PEI, we wish you the best at the start of this 2025 season.
Wishing safety to all both on and off the fireline.