This project brings together research and community experience on Indigenous wildfire preparedness, response, evacuation and recovery.
Explore emerging resources from the rapid evidence review and learn about the community wildfire response study underway in Alberta.
University of Calgary Conjoint Health Research Ethics Board approval: REB20-0031
Indigenous Community Wildfire Responses in Alberta
About the project
Wildfire preparedness, response and recovery are shaped by local knowledge, relationships, leadership, infrastructure and decisions made under changing conditions.
This project is examining Indigenous community wildfire responses, including practices that were created, adapted or strengthened before, during and after wildfire events. It brings together a rapid review of existing research and resources with conversations about experiences in Alberta.
The work focuses on how community-led approaches operate in practice, the conditions that support or constrain them, and what can inform future preparedness, response and knowledge sharing.
Wildfire Evidence & Resources
We are reviewing research, community reports, policy documents and other sources on Indigenous wildfire preparedness, response and recovery. The resources below bring findings together by topic, with attention to community practices, governance, implementation, health and wellbeing, and the conditions that shape wildfire response.
New materials will be added as the review and community conversations progress.
Check back soon!
We are also speaking with people who have experience with wildfire preparedness, response, recovery, coordination or decision-making in Indigenous community contexts in Alberta.
Participants may include people working in or with First Nations, tribal councils, Indigenous agencies, emergency management, fire services, health, lands, housing and other organizations involved in wildfire response.
Conversations are usually about 60 minutes and may be held virtually or in person where possible. Participation is voluntary, and a research team member will provide further information before anything is scheduled.
Use the contact form below to express interest or ask a question.
Community Wildfire Conversations
Contact Us
Questions about the project, resources or participation are welcome.
Email: iphcpr@ucalgary.ca
Text: 403-835-5962
Privacy: Please do not include sensitive or confidential information in the form, email or text.