Alberta Wildfire offers a variety of seasonal job opportunities to support the management of forest and wildfire resources. Positions range from working on the fireline to supporting wildfire prevention efforts. Explore the employment opportunities online. The deadline for wildfire crews member application is November 30, 2022.
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While Oct.31 marked the end of the legislated wildfire season in Alberta, it is essential that people remain alert and responsive to conditions.
Since January 1, 2022 there have been 85 wildfires burning over 122 hectares in the Grande Prairie Forest Area. At this time, 83 of these fires have been extinguished, two are listed as under control and one is being held.
Wildfire GWF 084, located near Cattail Lake, was detected on November 3, 2022. This wildfire is listed as being held and is regularly monitored by Alberta Wildfire staff. The status of GWF 084 will be updated once conditions allow for better mapping and assessment. For more information on the current wildfire situation across the province of Forest Protection Area of Alberta visit the Alberta Wildfire Status Dashboard.
Apply now for your chance to receive $500 and an event box to help you hold a FireSmart education event or work bee in your neighbourhood or community. Wildfire Community Preparedness Day provides a great opportunity to start a conversation with your neighbours or residents within your community about wildfires.
The application window will close on January 31 Click here to apply Visit firesmartcanada.ca for more information.
To cut your own Christmas tree from Alberta’s public forests, you simply need a Personal Use Forest Products Permit (PUFPP). The permit allows you to harvest up to three Christmas trees from designated areas on Crown land.
For more information or to obtain a Personal Use Forest Products Permit (PUFPP) to cut your own Christmas tree visit www.alberta.ca or click here.