Communities across Canada are struggling to recruit and retain volunteer firefighters, and the shortage is reaching a critical point. Without enough volunteers, emergency response times could suffer – especially in rural areas. Read more to learn why fewer people are signing up and what’s being done to turn things around.
The Canadian government is taking new steps to address PFAS – harmful chemicals often found in firefighting gear – that have been linked to serious health risks. Firefighters and their unions have been pushing for action, and change may finally be on the way. Read more to find out what this means for firefighter safety and the future of protective equipment.
Tech giants are teaming up to fight wildfires using AI, aiming to predict and contain blazes before they spread. The high-tech approach is being tested in Los Angeles, where wildfire threats are growing each year. Read more to see how AI could revolutionize wildfire response and what it means for the future of emergency services.
A new sensor technology could be the breakthrough needed to prevent fires and explosions caused by lithium-ion batteries. By detecting early warning signs, it may offer a safer future for everything from smartphones to electric vehicles. Discover how this innovation could change the game for battery safety.
After a record-breaking wildfire season, B.C. is turning to cultural burns – an Indigenous-led practice also used in California – to help manage forest fuel and reduce fire risk. These small, controlled fires could hold the key to a safer future. Read more to learn how traditional knowledge is shaping modern wildfire prevention.
Homeowners in B.C.’s fire-prone areas could see insurance rates rise – thanks in part to the growing impact of wildfires in California. Insurers are adjusting premiums as fire risks climb across the West Coast. Discover how international wildfire trends are hitting closer to home and what you can do to prepare.
Paramedics in B.C. say they’re stretched too thin, with staffing levels nearing a breaking point and response times suffering as a result. The ongoing shortage is putting both patients and frontline workers at risk. Read more to learn what’s behind the crisis and what solutions are being called for.
Two dozen firefighters rushed to battle a massive multi-storey blaze in Coquitlam, B.C., working through thick smoke and tough conditions. The fire caused serious damage and forced evacuations in the area. Read more to find out how crews contained the flames and what comes next for residents.
A Red Deer company is making waves with a new wildfire protection system designed to safeguard homes and businesses. Their innovative solution could be a game changer for communities facing growing wildfire risks. Read more to see how this Alberta-based company is helping people stay one step ahead of disaster.
A Halifax volunteer firefighter battling cancer highlights the challenges volunteer first responders face when it comes to insurance coverage. Discover how his case could lead to change for others in similar situations.