Together transforming wildfire management in Canada

A platform created to connect the dots.

Canada is increasingly experiencing severe wildfires from coast-to-coast-to-coast. Addressing this challenge requires a multifaceted strategy that incorporates the acceleration of technology implementation and innovation, respects and integrates Indigenous knowledge and practices, and promotes adaptive forest management. The Wildfire Resilience Consortium of Canada (WRCC) aims to unify these elements to create a transformative approach to wildfire management for the country and beyond.

Through the place-based knowledge mobilization network, the technology and innovation accelerator and a core focus on Indigenous fire stewardship and long term land management, WRCC will be the bridge that leads us to enhanced resilience against wildfires. The WRCC's approach is holistic, collaborative, and adaptive, ensuring that Canada is better prepared for and resilient to the growing wildfire threat.

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Our approach.

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Accelerate technological innovations and development. 

Drive advancements in technologies, promote the sharing of innovations and subsequent implementation in the wildfire management space.

Support Indigenous fire science and cultural fire use. 

Promote greater recognition and application of Indigenous-led fire stewardship practices.

Enhance knowledge transfer and mobilization.

Serve as a hub for national and international organizations to connect, share knowledge and build meaningful partnerships.

We’re hiring.

Join a team focused on ensuring a more resilient future for communities, structures and landscapes.

Location & Eligibility

This is a remote opportunity open to candidates across Canada; however, each Regional Coordinator must reside within the ecoregion they will represent. There are six Regional Coordinator roles available, each corresponding to one of the following place-based Wildfire Knowledge Networks:

Cordillera Pacific Network
Taiga Network
Prairie Network
Boreal West Network
Boreal East Network
Atlantic Maritime Network

These networks are aligned with Canada’s terrestrial ecozones and fire regimes. To determine your eligibility and see which ecoregion you live in, please consult the ecoregion map.

If you live within one of these regions and are passionate about wildfire resilience and knowledge sharing, we encourage you to apply.

Primary Focus:

The WRCC is establishing region specific knowledge networks in each of Canada’s unique terrestrial ecozones, where landscapes, fuel types, fire characteristics, human dimensions and infrastructure realities demand specific wildfire resilience strategies. These place-based networks will have a local coordinator and develop an understanding of the people, wildfire challenges and mitigation/management opportunities in their region and then work to shape, amplify and share local solutions.The Regional Coordinators are important agents of change, both knowledge translators (adult educators and outreach specialists) and knowledge brokers -Intermediaries that build collaboration and understanding.The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of wildfire management and mitigation strategies in their region and have an existing network of Indigenous partners, community leaders and knowledge exchange organizations.

How to apply:

To apply, combine your cover letter and resume into a single PDF. In your cover letter, please indicate which ecoregion you are applying for. Submit your application at: jobs.peoplefirsthr.com

For further information about this career opportunity, please feel free to contact Janelle Robin at 204.396.4752.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected will be contacted for an interview.

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Building resilient communities

Our mission

The Consortium’s mission is to Engage with all members of the wildland fire ecosystem; Connect knowledge holders, generators and users; and Accelerate innovation in wildland fire management using a whole-of-society approach.

Our vision

The Wildfire Resilience Consortium of Canada’s vision is to transform wildland fire management by creating and maintaining networks that accelerate science getting into the hands of decision-makers.