About the BC Wildfire Service

Find out how the BC Wildfire Service manages wildfires and what jobs are available, learn about the history and governance behind the organization, and get statistics and geospatial data from previous fire seasons.

Fire centres

The province is divided into six regional fire centres. These are further divided in fire zones. 

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Response

The BC Wildfire Service employs skilled personnel to detect, monitor and respond to an average of 1,600 wildfires per year.

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Employment & contract opportunities

Apply for a position with the BC Wildfire Service, or get information on how to offer your services to the BC Wildfire Service as a contractor.

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Governance

Learn about the BC Wildfire's mandate and strategy, and find information on relevant legislation and regulations such as the Wildfire Act and Wildfire Regulation.

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Wildfire history

Read detailed summaries on wildfire seasons from the past decade, and learn about historically significant wildfires that have occurred in B.C. between the 1800s and present day.

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Statistics & geospatial data

Find statistics on current and previous wildfire seasons in B.C., including the location and perimeters of past wildfires.

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Glossary

Review terms commonly used to describe wildfire and fuel management.

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