Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) – Amber’s Fire Safety Campaign includes a 10-point Action Plan detailing responsibilities, timelines and estimated costs (attached). Action items:
- INAC to consult with NAN First Nations regarding funding and legislation
- Develop a Fire Protection Strategy for NAN communities
- Establish a funding model based on identified needs
- Build First Nation capacity to manage fire protection and prevention
- Develop a regional First Nations fire protection authority
- Implement a communications protocol for government fire policy and legislation
- Establish long-term commitment for Amber’s Fire Safety Campaign
- Implement Wood Energy Technology Training for all NAN First Nations
- Utilize partnerships with municipalities to conduct training initiatives
- Build upon INAC’s Be Fire Safe program and Amber’s Fire Safety Campaign smoke detector initiatives