British Columbia has been devastated by wildfires over the past decade. British Columbia has been devastated by wildfires over the past decade. Behind those fires are families who packed up what they could and left, not knowing whether they would have a home to come back to.
Controlled burns are one of the most effective tools for reducing wildfire risk. But lengthy approvals are needed even for routine, predictable burns. And when fire strikes, nearby firefighting crews face red tape of their own, even when they’re just down the road.
The Conservative Party of BC will protect British Columbia’s communities from wildfires, and stand with the people who call them home. In government, we will immediately implement the Protect Communities from Wildfire Action Plan so our province is prepared for next summer and families can face fire season with less fear. Our Action Plan will:
- Procure new firefighting aircraft, including waterbombers
- Reduce dangerous forest fuels around communities;
- Make prescribed fire easier to use without lowering safety standards;
- Allow qualified firefighting resources to work more quickly during emergencies;
- Create a dedicated fund to invest in early detection and prevention technologies.
