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Community Wildfire Prevention Grants
Supports community wildfire prevention projects across Canada
Last Update: May 8, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Canada
Overview
This program provides grants for community wildfire prevention across Canada, with 11 communities receiving a total of $200,000 in 2026. It supports education, prevention, and mitigation activities aimed at reducing wildfire risk and damage.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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
- Community wildfire prevention education and outreach
- Wildfire risk reduction and mitigation activities
- FireSmart planning and awareness initiatives
- Vegetation management and fuel reduction work
Documents Needed
- Signed letter of support from a local fire department or other authorizing organization
- Completed budget template
- Completed application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Fire departments
- Municipalities
- Indigenous communities
- Home or neighborhood associations
- Non-profit and charitable organizations
- Citizen groups and volunteer community groups
Who is not eligible
- Previous Wawanesa Community Wildfire Grant recipient communities
- Privately held for-profit companies or corporations
- Individual landowners applying for single dwelling or residential property prevention projects
Eligible expenses
- Consulting and professional services related to wildfire prevention planning
- Administrative costs directly linked to the project
- Marketing, education, and public outreach costs
- Supplies, materials, and equipment or tool rental/purchase
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Wildfire response or suppression equipment
- Prescribed burn activities
- Normal operating costs of an organization
- Consulting services completed before application selection
- Costs for staff on the organization’s regular payroll
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Wawanesa and wildfire prevention experts from FireSmart Canada and ICLR.
- Wawanesa has sole discretion over review, selection, and funding decisions.
- Incomplete, inaccurate, or ineligible applications may be rejected.
- Selected recipients may need to sign Wawanesa’s funding agreement before funds are released.
Additional information
- Applications from disproportionately affected communities may be prioritized.
- Applicants must accept the program terms and conditions.
- Only one application should be made for the same project activities.
- A signed letter of support from a local fire department or other authorizing organization is required.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Wildfire Prevention Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Wildfire Prevention Grants. 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 Wildfire Prevention Grants?
This program provides grants for community wildfire prevention across Canada, with 11 communities receiving a total of $200,000 in 2026. It supports education, prevention, and mitigation activities aimed at reducing wildfire risk and damage.
Who is eligible for the Community Wildfire Prevention Grants program?
To be eligible for the Community Wildfire Prevention Grants program, you must:
Project must support wildfire prevention or mitigation.
Project must align with FireSmart Canada disciplines.
Applicant must show a clear funding need.
What expenses are eligible under Community Wildfire Prevention Grants?
Community wildfire prevention education and outreach
Wildfire risk reduction and mitigation activities
FireSmart planning and awareness initiatives
Vegetation management and fuel reduction work
Who can I contact for more information about the Community Wildfire Prevention Grants?
You can contact The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Community Wildfire Prevention Grants available?
The Community Wildfire Prevention Grants program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Yukon.
Is the Community Wildfire Prevention Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Community Wildfire Prevention Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Community Wildfire Prevention Grants?
Community Wildfire Prevention Grants is funded by The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company