Wildfire defensible space · British Columbia
Campbell River FireSmart Rebate Program
Run by City of Campbell River
- What you get
- 50% of the total cost of eligible activities, up to $5,000 per property
- Maximum
- $5,000 per household
- Who qualifies
- City of Campbell River homeowners.
- Where
- Homeowners in the City of Campbell River.
- Status
- Limited funds. 2026 rebates first-come first-served until October 31, 2026.
- Type of payment
- Rebate
What you do
Book a free FireSmart home assessment, carry out its recommendations such as pruning, clearing debris and brush, and removing conifers near your home, then claim back half the cost.
Requirements
- A free FireSmart Home Assessment must be done first; work or expenses before the assessment are not eligible
- Eligible activities include clearing roof and gutter debris, pruning branches to 2 m ground clearance, clearing combustibles under decks, moving firewood and propane tanks 10 m from structures, 3 mm vent screens, cleaning up brush piles and dead trees, and removing conifers within 10 m of the home
- Log all your hours and keep receipts if you hire help
- A post-work assessment is required
- Limited number of rebates, first-come first-served
How to apply
- 1Book a free FireSmart Home Assessment through the City's Wildfire Mitigation Program Hub, by email ([email protected]) or by phone (250-286-6266)
- 2Carry out one or more of the recommendations, logging hours and saving receipts
- 3Book a post-work assessment with the FireSmart Coordinator and submit your receipts
Timing and deadlines
Apply by October 31, 2026
Sources
- https://www.campbellriver.ca/community-safety/fire-services/community-fire-safety/firesmart-program (official page)
- https://www.campbellriver.ca/media/file/2026-firesmart-rebate-brochure
Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
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Source: Sow, “Campbell River FireSmart Rebate Program,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/british-columbia/campbell-river-firesmart-rebate