FireSmart Mackenzie

12/31/2025

The District of Mackenzie would like to inform residents that the Wildfire Fuel Treatment Project has been put on hold until Spring 2026. Fuel Treatment work will resume once the snow has melted. If you have any questions or concerns about the Fuel Treatment Project, please contact Micaiah Taylor, F...

12/10/2025

FireSmart Mackenzie has launched a quick 5 minute survey seeking resident feedback. Whether you’ve taken advantage of a free FireSmart assessment, or the FireSmart rebate, or if this is your first time hearing about FireSmart we want to hear from you! The survey can be found on our Let’s Chat Ma...

10/29/2025

click to enlarge The District of Mackenzie would like to inform residents of the 2025 FireSmart Fuel Mitigation Project, beginning on Thursday October 30th, 2025. This important project focuses on reducing wildfire risk within and around our community by removing excess vegetation, thinning dense fo...

10/24/2025

Did you know that burning embers can travel up to 9 kilometers from the flaming edge of a forest fire? Embers can easily get into homes through vents and other openings and burn your home from the inside out. Installing screens on any openings can provide a significant amount of protection to your home. See below for a free guide:

10/17/2025

Did you know that wooden fences and landscape materials can create a direct path from a fire to your home? Utilizing a metal gate or sections of gravel are great ways to reduce the risk.

Visit the Fire Smart Canada Website for more information. Check out Fact Sheets, Renovation Tips, and more preparedness resources. 📝

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10/10/2025

As fall approaches remember to clear your roof and gutters of any leaves and pine needles. Debris and embers can gather in interior corners of your roof, so make sure to clean them frequently.

Check out the FireSmart website to learn more about how embers interact with debris in the gutters 🔥🍂 |

10/03/2025

Woodland settings are becoming popular places for homes. Despite their beauty, there is a higher risk of wildfire in these areas, which is why it’s important to make sure the fire damage coverage on your home insurance is sufficient and up to date.

Since some home insurance companies can be reluctant to renew your policies if there is a wildfire threat, it's usually a good idea to change your renewal date to the fall or winter. To learn more, contact your insurance provider or check out some frequently asked questions by clicking the BCAA Insurance link below.

If your principal residence or vehicle is insured with BCAA and it's in an evacuation zone, learn about the types of coverages that are available to help you.

10/01/2025

Category 2 and Category 3 open fires are now permitted in the Mackenzie Fire Zone and within the District of Mackenzie as of 12:00 noon Pacific daylight time (PDT) on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025.

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Effective at 12:00 noon Pacific daylight time (PDT) on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, Category 1 campfires will be permitted throughout the entire Prince George Fire Centre.

Category 2 and Category 3 open fire will also be permitted in the Mackenzie, Prince George, Robson Valley and VanJam fire zones as of 12:00 noon Pacific daylight time (PDT) on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025.

Category 2 and Category 3 open fire remains prohibited in the Fort St. John, Dawson Creek and Fort Nelson fire zones. The following activities and equipment are also prohibited in these zones: fireworks including firecrackers, sky lanterns, burn barrels, burn cages and binary exploding targets.

As northeastern portions of the Prince George Fire Centre remain in a deep drought, we continue to monitor the condition of forest fuels and assess our current prohibitions.

Please ensure you are practicing safe open burning in areas where permitted.

Read our information bulletin for details: https://blog.gov.bc.ca/bcwildfire/campfires-to-be-permitted-throughout-the-prince-george-fire-centre-with-partial-lifts-to-backyard-burning-prohibitions/

09/26/2025

Did you know: In a wildfire, homes farther from forests have a higher risk of catching fire than houses close to forests? This is because of embers, small bits of glowing hot material, that can travel several kilometers in the wind.

Most wildfire-related house fires are ignited by blowing embers that get lodged in gutters, roofs, and firewood rather than the wildfire itself. A free FireSmart assessment helps determine where high risk areas may be on your property. See our profile for more details and how to sign up.