Prince Edward Island Wildfire
OVERVIEW
Prince Edward Island’s wildfire program is under the Forest, Fish and Wildlife Division. There is no official wildfire program as found in other jurisdictions. Wildfire response is conducted on behalf of their full-time staff within this division who have received fire training as part of their full-time roles (i.e., “foresters, forest technicians, wildlife technicians and others who have fire as part of their duties".)
Boots on the Ground in addition to full-time staff with fire suppression as part of their role, the program is further supported by one of the many volunteer fire departments across the island.
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Fire response is from full-time staff who have suppression duties as part of their roles.
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Reported fires in 2023, as per their website and area burned 7.9 ha’s
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Full-time staff and Volunteer Fire Departments members respond to wildfires.
Getting Hired
Not applicable for wildland fire duties; however, if you’re seeking employment and other opportunities within the Forest, Fish and Wildlife Division, you can find the link to their job board by clicking the button.
