Canada Boosts Wildfire Knowledge and Response
August 12, 2025 Calgary, Alberta Natural Resources Canada
Wildfire season is in full effect across much of Canada, and Canadians are facing significant impacts. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting Canadians and ensuring our wildfire resilience, prevention, mitigation and recovery are best-in-class by advancing wildfire knowledge, science and innovation.
Today, Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Tim Hodgson, announced $45.7 million in funding for 30 projects across Canada through Natural Resources Canada’s Build and Mobilize Foundational Wildland Fire Knowledge program.
These projects are driving research focused on protecting Canadians from the growing threat of wildfires, strengthening wildfire risk assessments and improving mitigation and adaptive forestry practices. We are also helping Indigenous communities access the tools needed to lead on wildfire readiness in their communities and backing Indigenous-led projects that support fire stewardship.
As Canadians continue to face the impacts of wildfires, which are becoming more frequent and more intense, the Government of Canada remains committed to strengthening wildfire resilience by fostering collaboration, supporting those on the front lines and equipping communities to stay informed and stay safe.
https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2025/08/canada-invests-to-build-and-mobilize-knowledge-on-wildfires.html