CANMORE - Comprehensive, sustained wildfire mitigation

(Source: Town of Canmore) THE APPROACH In an effort to quantify the wildfire hazard and risk and to start mitigating those risks, Stew Walkinshaw, the Town’s consultant, used the seven FireSmart disciplines. [...] Within the town itself, the Fire Department works with Planning and Development, the Parks Department, Town Council and Town administration. [...] A significant aspect of the mitigation strategy has been the engagement of community and homeowners in creating FireSmart zones for their protection. [...] A WORD FROM CANMORE According to Canmore’s Deputy Fire Chief Keri Martens, it is important to nurture a good relationship with the Planning and Development department within the municipality, in order to ensure the success of any wildfire mitigation plan. [...] It is also imperative to have the leadership and support from elected officials in Council and the administrative team.