Canada’s 2023 wildfire season shattered records, burning an area equivalent to North Dakota and releasing three times more carbon than all other sources nationally. As climate change continues to amplify wildfire risks, future seasons have the potential to be even more severe.

This session, facilitated by the Mitigating Wildfire Initiative, will delve into why British Columbia is experiencing an era of megafires, exploring the profound impacts on communities and ecosystems from multiple points of view. We will discuss strategies for addressing these challenges, repairing our relationship with fire, and envisioning a resilient future. Join us for an engaging discussion and reflective exploration of how we can collectively navigate and adapt to this new reality.