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Emergency Management FireSmart Program - Quebec - Canada
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Emergency Management FireSmart Program

Supports wildfire mitigation and preparedness activities
Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open Date : February 3, 2026
  • Closing date : March 25, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada

Overview

This program offers funding to support wildfire mitigation and preparedness initiatives for First Nations communities, with no specified maximum amount. Activities such as wildfire risk assessments, fuel reduction, vegetation management, and community engagement are eligible.
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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
  • No Condition
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

  • Planning for pre-suppression of forest fires
  • Assessment of risks related to vegetation fires
  • Reduction of forest fuels and vegetation management
  • Construction of firebreaks and training of firefighting teams
  • Fire mapping and community awareness-raising activities

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • First Nations communities
  • Tribal councils
  • Indigenous organizations

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Expenses not directly related to emergency management or fire prevention
  • Personal or salary costs not related to the project
  • Activities or expenses outside the scope of natural hazard risk management operations

Eligible geographic areas

Eligible applicants are First Nations communities located on reserves, as defined in the Indian Act or lands set aside in Yukon, or lands formerly defined as reserves that are now part of modern treaty settlement lands.

Processing and Agreement

  • The funding application must be completed online and submitted via the designated platform.
  • An assessment of applications is carried out by the managing organization until the funds are exhausted or until March 31, 2025.
  • A confirmation of acceptance or refusal is communicated to applicants after review.

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?

This program offers funding to support wildfire mitigation and preparedness initiatives for First Nations communities, with no specified maximum amount. Activities such as wildfire risk assessments, fuel reduction, vegetation management, and community engagement are eligible.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was March 25, 2026.

What expenses are eligible under Emergency Management FireSmart Program?

Planning for pre-suppression of forest fires Assessment of risks related to vegetation fires Reduction of forest fuels and vegetation management Construction of firebreaks and training of firefighting teams Fire mapping and community awareness-raising activities

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

Who are the financial supporters of the Emergency Management FireSmart Program?

Emergency Management FireSmart Program is funded by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)

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