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First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership

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Uniting Researchers, First Nations, & Agencies to improve wildfire evacuation processes since 2013. Find out about our Book & more here: https://linktr.ee/fnwep

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First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership @fnwep.bsky.social · Nov 28

🔥 The FNWEP is not just on Blue Sky - You can also stay connected with us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn! Follow us on your favorite social media platform and don't miss out on anything! Discover more here: linktr.ee/fnwep

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Uniting Researchers, First Nations, & Agencies to improve wildfire evacuations.

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First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership @fnwep.bsky.social · 1d

🔥 New Resource Alert! 🚨 The FNWEP just dropped a new infographic to help communities prepare for evacuees. This print-ready checklist offers actionable guidance & is available as a high-res TIFF for poster-size printing! Download under “Our Work” on our website! 🔗 Link in bio!

First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership @fnwep.bsky.social · 6d

🔥Guess what? The FNWEP just developed a new infographic with key recommendations for Host Communities. This is just a teaser. The full resource is dropping next week. Stay tuned!

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wrcc-crffc @wrcc-crffc.bsky.social · 7d

One week until the inaugural BFK Gathering!

📅 Oct 8–9 marks the launch of #WRCC & a new movement in wildfire resilience.
🌎 From Indigenous fire stewards to global researchers—join the most diverse group ever assembled in Canada.

🔗 Final virtual registration: pgevents.eventsair.com/wrcc-bfk-gat...

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First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership @fnwep.bsky.social · 7d

🔥New article out! “Host community logistics and advanced preparation: Insights from wildfire evacuations in Alberta”. How did High Level, Whitecourt & Hinton support evacuees in 2023? Read key lessons + challenges: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
By Yearwood, McGee & Wong.

Host community logistics and advanced preparation: Insights from wildfire evacuations in Alberta

This paper examines the experiences of three host communities in Alberta involved in supporting and accommodating evacuees during the record 2023 wild…

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Amy Cardinal Christianson @amycardinal.bsky.social · 10d

Behind the scenes of the National Indigenous Fire Gathering - Pre-Event! #thunderbirdcollective #landneedsguardians

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First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership @fnwep.bsky.social · 15d

🔥Exciting Events Ahead! The FNWEP team is attending a few events this October.
💬 Attending any of these? Come say hi!
We look forward to connecting, sharing knowledge, and building connections.

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BC Wildfire Weekly - Wildfires + More @bcwildfirewkly.bsky.social · 16d

“An evacuation alert affecting residents of three small communities in B.C.’s Okanagan lifted Sunday, as the nearby wildfire is now considered under control.” www.ctvnews.ca/vancouver/bc... - @ctvnewsvancouver.bsky.social

#BCWildfire #OspreyLake #Wildfires cc: #PrincetonBC #Summerland

Evacuation alert lifted near wildfire in B.C.’s Okanagan

An evacuation alert affecting residents of three small communities in B.C.’s Okanagan lifted Sunday, as the nearby wildfire is now considered under control.

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First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership @fnwep.bsky.social · 20d

🔥 Sending our best to all gathering in Penticton, BC (Sept 23–25) for the 1st National Indigenous Fire Gathering, hosted by the Thunderbird Collective on snpink’tn territory. The FNWEP proudly supports Indigenous leadership in fire. 🌿

For more info: www.ilinationhood.ca/events/natio...

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BC Wildfire Weekly - Wildfires + More @bcwildfirewkly.bsky.social · 22d

ICYMI: “Wildfire evacuation orders lifted in Cariboo region of B.C. Interior” www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... - CBC British Columbia

#BCWildfire #BeefTrailCreekWildfire #Cariboo #DustyLakeWildfire #UlkatchoFirstNation cc: #Wildfires #WilliamsLake

Wildfire evacuation orders lifted in Cariboo region of B.C. Interior | CBC News

Several evacuation orders prompted by wildfires in British Columbia's Interior have been rescinded, although residents in a portion of the area will remain on alert.

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BC Wildfire Weekly - Wildfires + More @bcwildfirewkly.bsky.social · 22d

“Two new wildfires reported in northeastern Ontario” www.sudbury.com/local-news/t... via sudbury.com

#KokokoLake #LowerOnapingLake #ONFire #NorthBay #Sudbury #Wildfires

Two new wildfires reported in northeastern Ontario

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry has reported two additional wildfires in the North Bay and Sudbury districts, bringing the total number of active fires to three

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First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership @fnwep.bsky.social · 24d

FNWEP’s research also highlights factors contributing to the disproportionate impact of wildfires on Indigenous communities such as: 60% of reserves in wildfire-prone zones.
📑Read more: link.springer.com/article/10.1...

Evacuating a First Nation Due to Wildfire Smoke: The Case of Dene Tha’ First Nation - International Journal of Disaster Risk Science

Almost every year, First Nations are evacuated in Canada because of wildfire proximity and smoke. Dynamics of wildfires, and remote locations, unique sociocultural characteristics, and limited emergen...

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First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership @fnwep.bsky.social · 24d

🔥Wildfires are hitting Indigenous communities hardest. 1 in 7 First Nations evacuated this season, as shown in this article: www.nationalobserver.com/2025/08/19/n...

One in seven First Nations impacted as Canada battles raging wildfires

As wildfires scorch Canada amid its second-worst wildfire season on record, Indigenous leaders and experts say the country’s approach remains reactive — leaving Indigenous communities disproportionate...

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First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership @fnwep.bsky.social · 29d

🔥We are proud to share that our co-founders, Dr. Tara McGee & Dr. Amy Cardinal Christianson, are finalists for the 2025 SSHRC Impact Awards (Connection Award) for their work with the First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership! 👏🏅

🔗 More: sshrc-crsh.canada.ca/en/news/2025...

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BC Wildfire Weekly - Wildfires + More @bcwildfirewkly.bsky.social · Sep 8

“A wildfire that broke out Sunday in the community of Lethbridge in eastern Newfoundland forced the evacuation of some homes but did not grow overnight.” www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/environment/... - @cdnpress.bsky.social

#Lethbridge #NewfoundlandandLabrador #NLFire #Wildfires

Small wildfire near lumberyard in eastern Newfoundland started in bark pile

LETHBRIDGE - A wildfire that broke out Sunday in the community of Lethbridge in eastern Newfoundland forced the evacuation of some homes but did not grow overnight.

www.thecanadianpressnews.ca

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First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership @fnwep.bsky.social · Sep 5

It will feature a practical checklist to help communities prepare to welcome evacuees. We are still in the early stages, but we can’t wait to share it with you soon! 🚨

First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership @fnwep.bsky.social · Sep 5

🔥New Resource in the Works: We are developing an infographic titled Recommendations for Host Communities: Supporting First Nations During Evacuations.

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BC Wildfire Weekly - Wildfires + More @bcwildfirewkly.bsky.social · Sep 4

“MERRITT, B.C. — The Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) has issued an evacuation order and an evacuation alert in connection with the Mine Creek wildfire.” cfjctoday.com/2025/09/03/t... - @cfjctoday.bsky.social

#BCHwy5 #BCWildfire #CoquihallaHighway #Merritt #MineCreekWildfire cc: #Kamloops

TNRD issues evacuation orders, alerts due to Mine Creek fire near Coquihalla

MERRITT, B.C. - The Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) has issued an evacuation order and an evacuation ...

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BC Wildfire Weekly - Wildfires + More @bcwildfirewkly.bsky.social · Aug 29

“Wildfires in 2023 drove Canada's air pollution. How could it affect life expectancy?” www.timescolonist.com/the-mix/wild... via @timescolonist.bsky.social

#BCWildfire #Health #Wildfires #WildfireSmoke

Wildfires in 2023 drove Canada's air pollution. How could it affect life expectancy?

Some of Canada's hard-hit wildfire regions rivalled some of the world's most polluted places in 2023, a new report says.

www.timescolonist.com

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BC Wildfire Weekly - Wildfires + More @bcwildfirewkly.bsky.social · Aug 27

“In the unfortunate event your home, car or business is damaged as a result of a wildfire, here is some information to help you understand your insurance coverage…” www.ibc.ca/stay-protect... - Insurance Bureau of Canada

#BCWildfire #Wildfires

Wildfires and Insurance

If your home, car or business was damaged as a result of a wildfire, here is some information to help you understand your insurance coverage and the various stages of the claims process.

www.ibc.ca

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BC Wildfire Weekly - Wildfires + More @bcwildfirewkly.bsky.social · Aug 27

“Airtankers and helicopters have been sent to help suppress the Cayenne Creek wildfire, discovered on Monday burning about 28 kilometres north of Seymour Arm.” www.castanet.net/news/Salmon-... - @castanet.net

#BCWildfire #CayenneCreekWildfire #SalmonArm #SeymourArm #Sicamous 1/2

Air resources sent to help suppression efforts at wildfire north of Seymour Arm - Salmon Arm News

BC Wildfire Service says the new Cayenne Creek wildfire approximately 25 kilometres north of Seymour Arm is believed to be human caused.

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First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership @fnwep.bsky.social · Aug 27

🔥On Aug 22, I-STEAM intern Mariah Calliou wrapped up her internship by presenting her FNWEP research on 2025 wildfire media coverage. She explored how mainstream vs academic narratives align—or don’t—around impacts on First Nations. Thanks for your great work, Mariah!

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BC Wildfire Weekly - Wildfires + More @bcwildfirewkly.bsky.social · Aug 25

“An out-of-control wildfire near Yale in B.C.’s Fraser Canyon has grown to 120 hectares in size.” globalnews.ca/news/1134893... - Global News

#BCWildfire #FraserCanyon #SailorBarWildfire #Wildfires #YaleBC

Out-of-control wildfire near Yale, B.C. grows to 120 hectares - BC | Globalnews.ca

Officials say steep terrain and scorching weather are making the firefight particularly challenging. Environment Canada has forecast highs of up to 39 C in the area on Monday.

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First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership @fnwep.bsky.social · Aug 22

📰 Read the full article in The Hill Times: When will Canada embrace Indigenous-led wildfire solutions that we know work? www.hilltimes.com/story/2025/0...

When will Canada embrace Indigenous-led wildfire solutions that we know work?

Indigenous Fire Guardians are year-round, community-based experts focused on land stewardship, cultural burning, fire prevention, emergency response, and post-fire recovery.

www.hilltimes.com

First Nations Wildfire Evacuation Partnership @fnwep.bsky.social · Aug 22

🔥 #FNWEPtips: Indigenous-led wildfire solutions work. In The Hill Times, leaders call on Canada to fund year-round Fire Guardians programs—proven, cost-effective, rooted in Indigenous knowledge.

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Northern Rockies Fire Science Network @nrfirescience.bsky.social · Aug 19

Prescribed fire is an important tool for management of many ecosystems, but often there is a gap between desired and actual useage. We spoke to individuals representing three different perspectives on this issue, exploring the barriers to implementing prescribed fire in the region. buff.ly/KzxQyWO

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