What is FireSmart?

FireSmart helps communities located in forested areas to reduce the risk of wildfire to homes and neighbourhoods. It also helps property owners and communities understand the wildfire risk and how to make homes more resilient to fire. The combination of community-wide fuel reduction and backyard-level FireSmart work is our community's best defense against wildfires.

Introducing Jasper’s Residential FireSmart Sprinkler Protection Program

As part of our continued efforts to support recovery and resilience, the Jasper Fire Department is launching a new Residential FireSmart Sprinkler Protection Program. This initiative offers eligible homeowners the opportunity to purchase a rooftop sprinkler kit at a discounted rate— a tool designed to help reduce wildfire risk and increase property protection.

Built for wildfire resilience
Easy to use, deploys quickly in emergencies
Available only to homes that have completed a free FireSmart Home Hazard Assessment
Two kit options available to meet different needs

Let’s continue building a wildfire-ready Jasper, together.

To book your assessment or learn more:

Email: nkellis@jasper-alberta.ca

Phone: 780-931-6455

An estimated 90% of homes damaged or destroyed by wildfire are ignited by embers. By taking proactive FireSmart measures around your property, you can increase your property's resistance to wildfire.

Visit the FireSmart Canada website for more details on how you can help protect your home from a wildfire.

Ember the FireSmart Fox

FireSmart Home Ignition Zone

The FireSmart Home Ignition Zone is the area within 30 meters from your property. It is made up of three priority areas:

the Immediate Zone,

the Intermediate Zone and

the Extended Zone.

In Jasper, changes within 10 meters of your home will have the biggest impact on your wildfire resilience. In town, this zone also overlaps with your neighbours.

Working in the Immediate Zone and working your way outward is the best approach. Everything within 0 meters to 1.5 meters of your home should be non-combustible.

The most common issues in this zone are having the following items right next to your house:

coniferous shrubs like juniper or cedar