Climate Hub Webinar: Preparing for Wildfire Season

As we face another summer with risks of wildfires, heat and smoke, we look forward to sharing ways to build our community's resilience in the face of worsening climate impacts. We have 4 guest that will share about different aspects of what we can do personally and collectively.

• We'll hear from Jon Jackson, with the RDCK, will share about their Neighbourhood Emergency Preparedness Program (NEPP), which supports neighbours to reach out and build resiliency within their own neighbourhood. During a disaster your neighbours will be your most reliable and immediate source of help, until assistance from first responders arrives. He will also share some of the basics about what to do to prepare in advance for an emergency and where to get reliable information during an emergency.  
• Stephan Martineau, with Slocan Integral Forestry Cooperative (SIFCo), will share about their Resiliency Centre in Appledale. He will share their experiences in creating the centre, including challenges and successes in building community while preparing for extreme weather, smoke, wildfires and other emergencies.               
• Chris Bullock, with the East Kootenay Climate Hub will share their experience with DIY air purifiers, using simple materials for a much lower cost than commercial air purifiers. A great project to build community and distribute to those who would benefit from clear air during smoke season. 
• Garrett Fishlock will share about RDCK's FireSmart program and what we can do to make our properties and neighbourhoods safer from wildfires.