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Emergency Management FireSmart Program
Wildland fire preparedness funding for First Nations
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
- Closing date : March 25, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Funding supports First Nations, tribal councils, and Indigenous organizations with wildland fire preparedness and mitigation on reserve. It covers FireSmart activities such as risk assessments, fuel reduction, crew training, vegetation management, mapping, workshops, and community engagement.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
- Closing date : March 25, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Wildland fire preparedness and non-structural mitigation projects.
- Wildfire risk assessments, planning, and emergency plan updates.
- Fuel reduction, vegetation management, fire breaks, and prescribed burns.
- Wildland fire crew training, workshops, forums, and conferences.
- Community and youth engagement related to FireSmart.
Documents Needed
- Completed Emergency Management FireSmart Program application form.
- Project funding proposal.
- Supporting work plan.
- Supporting budget.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nations communities
- Tribal councils
- Indigenous organizations
Eligible expenses
- Wildland fire training and related equipment.
- Vegetation management and fuel reduction costs.
- Wildfire mapping and fire risk studies.
- Workshops, forums, conferences, and community engagement.
- Consultant fees, equipment rentals, signage, and administrative fees up to 10% of the request.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Equipment purchases over $10,000 or capital equipment.
- Equipment installation.
- Benefits, insurance, interest, and banking fees.
- Food or meals, except when part of travel linked to the project.
- First aid or emergency management kits, gifts or honoraria, except an elder honorarium at an event.
- Salaries already funded by another Government of Canada program.
Eligible geographic areas
- First Nations located on reserves.
- First Nations located on lands set aside in Yukon.
- First Nations located on lands that are now part of modern treaty settlement lands.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis until funding is exhausted.
- Proposals are assessed for community risk, project impact, feasibility, eligible expenditures, and previous FireSmart funding.
- Applicants are notified by the regional office of the application status and eligibility.
- A funding agreement is signed before funds are transferred.
- Reporting requirements are set out in the funding agreement.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis until funding is exhausted.
- In British Columbia, FireSmart applications are handled through the First Nations Emergency Services Society.
- Applicants must follow the FireSmart funding guidelines when submitting a proposal.
- Applicants will be informed by the regional office about the status and eligibility of their application.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Emergency Management FireSmart Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Emergency Management FireSmart Program. 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 Emergency Management FireSmart Program?
Funding supports First Nations, tribal councils, and Indigenous organizations with wildland fire preparedness and mitigation on reserve. It covers FireSmart activities such as risk assessments, fuel reduction, crew training, vegetation management, mapping, workshops, and community engagement.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 25, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Emergency Management FireSmart Program program?
To be eligible for the Emergency Management FireSmart Program program, you must:
Project must support First Nations on eligible lands.
Focus on wildland fire preparedness or mitigation.
Submitted through the regional application process.
What expenses are eligible under Emergency Management FireSmart Program?
Wildland fire preparedness and non-structural mitigation projects.
Wildfire risk assessments, planning, and emergency plan updates.
Fuel reduction, vegetation management, fire breaks, and prescribed burns.
Wildland fire crew training, workshops, forums, and conferences.
Community and youth engagement related to FireSmart.
Who can I contact for more information about the Emergency Management FireSmart Program?
You can contact Indigenous Services Canada (ISC).
Where is the Emergency Management FireSmart Program available?
The Emergency Management FireSmart Program program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Emergency Management FireSmart Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Emergency Management FireSmart Program is a Grant and Funding