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First Nations Fire Protection Strategy

Oct 30, 2025 - Mar 19, 2026
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About the Event First Nations Fire Protection Strategy (FNFPS)

The First Nations Fire Protection Strategy is built on six key pillars that address fire safety challenges and enhance emergency preparedness in First Nations communities. Each pillar will have its own designated webinar to develop implementation plans, outline priorities, and provide practical guidance.

  1. Fire Prevention Education & Outreach – Promotes awareness through fire safety education, training, and public outreach initiatives.
  2. Community Infrastructure & Engineering – Focuses on improving fire protection infrastructure, such as fire halls, hydrants, and water supply systems.
  3. Fire Department & Emergency Services – Enhances fire department capacity, training, and resources to improve response capabilities.
  4. Legislation & Fire Safety Standards – Advocates for fire codes, regulations, and enforcement mechanisms tailored to First Nation’s needs.
  5. Partnerships & Governance – Strengthens collaboration between First Nations, governments, and organizations to support sustainable fire protection.
  6. Funding, Reporting & Data Collection – Develops funding models and data-driven strategies to support long-term fire safety improvements.

These webinars will ensure each pillar is addressed with tailored strategies, engaging key stakeholders in developing actionable solutions. There will be a total of six webinars, unless more are needed, scheduled three weeks apart, beginning on October 30th and concluding on March 19th.

Who should attend?

  • First Nations Leadership
  • Fire Chiefs & Firefighters
  • Emergency Coordinators
  • Trainers & Technicians
  • First Nations Organizations & Partners
  • Tribal Councils

Agenda Webinar Schedule and Registration

Fire Prevention Education & Outreach

Thursday, October 30, 2024, 12-3pm 12:00 pm EST

Community Infrastructure & Engineering

Thursday, November 20, 2025, 12-3pm 12:00 pm EST

Fire Department & Emergency Services

Thursday, January 23, 2026, 12-3pm 12:00 pm EST

Legislation & Fire Safety Standards

Thursday, February 19, 2026, 12-3pm 12:00 pm EST

Partnerships & Governance

Thursday, March 5, 2026, 12-3pm 12:00 pm EST

Funding, Reporting & Data Collection

Thursday, March 19, 2026, 12-3pm 12:00 pm EST

How to Attend Find out how to register.

Background and Objectives

The First Nations Fire Protection Strategy (FNFPS) is a national framework designed to enhance fire prevention, protection, and emergency preparedness in First Nations communities across Canada. Developed by the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) in collaboration with Indigenous leaders, fire service professionals, and government partners, the strategy aims to reduce fire-related fatalities, injuries, and property damage in First Nations communities, where fire risks are disproportionately high compared to non-Indigenous communities.

Why the Strategy is Needed?

First Nations communities face significantly higher fire risks due to several systemic challenges, including:

  • Limited fire protection infrastructure, such as fire stations and hydrants.
  • Inadequate housing conditions that increase fire hazards.
  • Geographic isolation, which delays emergency response times.
  • Underfunding for fire services, equipment, and training.
  • Lack of fire prevention education and awareness programs tailored to First Nations.

Key Goals of the Strategy

The FNFPS is built around six key pillars that guide action toward improving fire safety in First Nations:

  1. Fire Prevention and Public Education – Increasing awareness and education on fire risks, prevention, and home safety.
  2. Community Infrastructure and Response Capacity – Ensuring that First Nations have access to proper firefighting equipment, fire stations, and hydrant systems.
  3. Legislation and Governance – Advocating for the recognition of First Nations jurisdiction over fire safety and strengthening fire protection regulations.
  4. Fire Service Training and Certification – Expanding training programs to certify First Nations firefighters and emergency responders.
  5. Data Collection and Research – Improving data tracking on fire incidents to identify trends and areas for improvement.
  6. Funding and Partnerships – Securing sustainable funding for fire prevention initiatives, infrastructure, and emergency response programs.

Impact and Implementation

The First Nations Fire Protection Strategy (2023-2028) sets the foundation for long-term, sustainable improvements in fire safety and emergency response in First Nations communities. It emphasizes self-determination and community-led initiatives, recognizing that First Nations must have the resources and authority to implement fire safety solutions that meet their unique needs. The strategy also calls for collaboration between First Nations, federal and provincial governments, and fire protection organizations to close the fire safety gap and ensure all communities have the necessary tools to prevent and respond to fire emergencies effectively.

The objective of this webinar series project is to develop an implementation plan for the National Fire Strategy, outlining clear actions, priorities, and roles for each pillar. The plan will serve as a roadmap to enhance fire safety and emergency preparedness in First Nations communities. Additionally, a toolkit will be created to support implementation, providing practical resources, guidance, and best practices tailored to the needs of First Nations leadership, Fire Chiefs, firefighters, emergency coordinators, and trainers.

First Nations Fire Protection Strategy 

Fire Prevention Education & Outreach

Promotes awareness through fire safety education, training, and public outreach initiatives.

Community Infrastructure & Engineering

Focuses on improving fire protection infrastructure, such as fire halls, hydrants, and water supply systems.

Fire Department & Emergency Services

Enhances fire department capacity, training, and resources to improve response capabilities.

Legislation & Fire Safety Standards

Advocates for fire codes, regulations, and enforcement mechanisms tailored to First Nation’s needs.

Partnerships & Governance

Strengthens collaboration between First Nations, governments, and organizations to support sustainable fire protection.

Funding, Reporting & Data Collection

Develops funding models and data-driven strategies to support long-term fire safety improvements.

Contact Information

For additional information or assistance, please contact the AFN at [email protected].

Documents First Nations Fire Protection Strategy Documents

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