Wildfire defensible space · British Columbia
Whistler FireSmart Assessment and Work Credit
Run by Resort Municipality of Whistler
- What you get
- Up to one hour of FireSmart guidance and work by a certified crew at the time of the free assessment
- Who qualifies
- Whistler property owners who request an assessment.
- Where
- Property owners in the Resort Municipality of Whistler.
- Status
- Open. Assessments bookable.
- Type of payment
- Free installation
What you do
Book a free FireSmart assessment and get up to an hour of hands-on guidance and FireSmart landscape work done on your property during the visit.
Requirements
- Book through the FireSmart BC platform
How to apply
- 1Book a FireSmart Home Assessment online
- 2A Wildfire Mitigation Specialist evaluates your property, does up to an hour of work with you and provides a report
Sources
- https://www.whistler.ca/municipal-services/safety-emergency-services/community-wildfire-protection-and-prevention/firesmart/ (official page)
Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
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