Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 150 - $ 800
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program offers rebate support to reduce wildfire risk for eligible properties in Kamloops. It funds cedar and juniper removal and selected FireSmart home improvements recommended through an assessment, with rebates up to $800 or $1,000 per household per year.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 800 $
- Minimum amount : 150 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Kamloops
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Removal of hazardous cedar and juniper vegetation near homes.
- FireSmart home improvements recommended after an assessment.
Documents Needed
- Completed FireSmart assessment form.
- Expression of Intent Form.
- Verification Form.
- Itemized receipt for home improvement claims.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residential property owners in Kamloops.
- Single-family homes.
- Duplexes.
- Strata or multi-unit dwellings for home improvements.
Who is not eligible
- Properties outside the City of Kamloops municipal boundary.
- Extended FireSmart zone projects only.
- Claims based on personal labour or new tool purchases.
Eligible expenses
- Cedar and juniper vegetation removal near the home.
- Recommended home improvement materials and services.
- Tool rentals for self-completed home improvement work.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Personal labour costs for self-completed home improvements.
- New tools purchased for the project.
- Projects in the extended FireSmart zone (10 m–30 m).
- Work using non-FireSmart-rated or non-recommended replacement materials.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Kamloops municipal boundary.
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants first complete a FireSmart assessment and submit an Expression of Intent Form.
- Once the work is finished, they submit the Verification Form for review.
- The City approves the verification before issuing the rebate.
- Approved rebates are issued within 12 weeks after the final step.
Additional information
- The program is funded with support from the Intact Financial Corporation Municipal Climate Resiliency Grant and the Climate Action Fund.
- Funding is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Recipients must provide verification of completed work to receive the rebate.
- For home improvement claims, itemized receipts are required.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Fuel Reduction Incentive Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Fuel Reduction Incentive. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Community Fuel Reduction Incentive?
This program offers rebate support to reduce wildfire risk for eligible properties in Kamloops. It funds cedar and juniper removal and selected FireSmart home improvements recommended through an assessment, with rebates up to $800 or $1,000 per household per year.
How much funding can be received?
Community Fuel Reduction Incentive Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $800 per project.
Who is eligible for the Community Fuel Reduction Incentive program?
To be eligible for the Community Fuel Reduction Incentive program, you must:
FireSmart-assessed work only
Deadline-compliant submission
Receipts required for improvements
What expenses are eligible under Community Fuel Reduction Incentive?
Removal of hazardous cedar and juniper vegetation near homes.
FireSmart home improvements recommended after an assessment.
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Fuel Reduction Incentive?
You can contact City of Kamloops by email at firesmart@kamloops.ca or by phone at 250-828-3472.
Where is the Community Fuel Reduction Incentive available?
The Community Fuel Reduction Incentive program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Community Fuel Reduction Incentive a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Fuel Reduction Incentive is a Grant and Funding