Resources for Farmers Affected by BC Wildfires

Our hearts go out to all those affected by the wildfires in British Columbia and beyond.

On this page, you’ll find resources for those impacted by the wildfires in B.C., with some specific options for farmers. We will also be including charities & fundraisers for those hoping to support recovery efforts. We will be updating this page as more resources become available.

General Resources

• Ministry of Agriculture & Seafood Wildfire Resources: Information on how to prepare your farm operation for wildfires, and develop an evacuation plan
• EmergencyInfo BC: Find current and official information during emergencies in BC
• Government of BC Emergency Support Services: Register as an evacuee and claim support through your regional office.
• AgSafe BC Wildfire Emergency Planning Resources:  Links to evacuation support and financial assistance.
• Fire Smart BC: Provides checklists and plans for wildfire preparedness, as well as current wildfire evacuation orders.
• Faireshare CSA Coalition & Not Our Farm have created a document detailing best practices to help you stay safe while working in conditions of smoke and fire
• AgriStability: Offers support when farmers suffer a decline in income.
• AgriServiceBC support hotline: For guidance on BC Ministry of Agriculture support programs call 1-888-221-7141

Animal Relocation Support

• Government of BC Livestock Relocation Program: For both commercial animals and farm pets. Prepare ahead of an evacuation, learn how to register, and receive reimbursement.
• BC SPCA: Can provide temporary emergency pet boarding and care at no cost for those displaced by the wildfires, as well as free pet food and supplies.
• Animal Lifeline Emergency Response Team: Pet and livestock rescue in times of disaster

Cariboo

• District of Wells: Current evacuation information and emergency support services

Thompson-Nicola

• Thompson-Nicola Regional District: Emergency notices and evacuation information

North Okanagan-Shuswap

• Kamloops Chamber of Commerce: Evacuation information and a list of support services

Central Okanagan

• Central Okanagan Emergency Operations: Provides an interactive map of evacuation alerts and orders, tips on protecting yourself and your property, and evacuation support.

Columbia Basin/Kootenays

• Regional District of Central Kootenays: Emergency information and updates

Mental Health

• AgSafe BC: Mental wellness resources for producers and employers

Places to Donate to Wildfire Recovery in BC:

• Animal Lifeline Emergency Response Team: Pet and livestock rescue in times of disaster
• More coming soon!

Do you know of other resources that should be added to this list? Please email network@youngagrarians.org.