The Wildland-Urban Interface Wildfire Risk Strategy is Edmonton's roadmap to proactively minimize wildfire risk, safeguarding people, property, and the environment.
The City of Edmonton has a plan to manage risk of wildfire in areas where urban development meets undeveloped wildland vegetation — the wildland-urban interface. The Wildland-Urban Interface Wildfire Risk Strategy addresses the increasing threat of wildfires in urban areas due to climate change and expanding urban development.
Aligned with the national FireSmart Canada framework, this long-term strategy prioritizes reducing the potential of physical and economic losses from wildfires, protecting people, property and the environment.
Reduce
Minimize the potential for wildfire ignition and spread in and around the WUI in Edmonton.
Respond
Support integrated emergency responses and wildfire training across City departments.
Educate
Increase wildfire awareness and preparedness by engaging the community.
Coordinate
Collaborate with neighbouring jurisdictions, partners, and various external agencies to build regional resilience.
Wildfire Preparedness Resources
Looking for more information on how to prepare or reduce the risk of wildfire for yourself, your property, and your community? Here are some resources to help you:
- City of Edmonton Personal Emergency Preparedness web page
- City of Edmonton Climate Resilient Homes
- FireSmart 101 Training
- FireSmart Alberta Home Ignition Zone Poster
- Fire-Resistant Landscaping for Your Home
- FireSmart Canada Home Development Guide
- FireSmart Guide to Landscaping
- Farm and Acreage: A Guide to Reducing the Risk of Wildfire
- FireSmart Begins at Home
- Wildfire-Ready: Practical Guidance to Strengthen the Resilience of Canadian Homes and Communities
- Neighbourhood Recognition Program Application
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Public Engagement
Engagement for the WUI Wildfire Risk Strategy occurred in two phases:
- Phase 1: Engagement on Development of Draft Strategy (summer 2025) - This phase was completed.
- Phase 2: Engagement on Draft Strategy or Draft Approach (December 2025) - Edmontonians were invited to review the draft WUI Wildfire Risk Strategy overview and provide feedback from December 8 – 22 on Engaged Edmonton.
Read about both engagement phases in full:
Thank you to all participants for taking the time to provide feedback on the strategy.