Parks Canada Reduces Wildfire Risk

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How Parks Canada plans to curb wildfire risk in shadow of Jasper disaster

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Parks Canada manages and responds to wildfires across 350,000 square kilometres .

The federal agency has several projects underway that aim to reduce wildfire risk.

The Lake Louise community fire guard is set to reduce fuel and thus the risk of fires for the area, and the wider Bow Valley .

A multi-year strategy for risk reduction for the Jasper town site, outlying commercial areas, critical infrastructure and surrounding provincial lands.

In British Columbia , the BC Wildfire Service focuses on prevention and mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery.

B.C. has two fire centres bordering Alberta , the Prince George Fire Centre and Southeast Fire Centre .

The agencies also meet in-person each spring to share information and best practices.

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