About the Project
The Canadian governments, and other relevant agencies, have increased concerns about individual and community preparedness for disasters, which are defined as the impact from natural hazards, technological hazards or conflict (not including war). Wildfires are particularly worrisome because they have affected 250 communities and 700,000 individuals in Canada in the last ten years.
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La Ronge, Saskatchewan
The community of La Ronge is located in the geographic centre of Saskatchewan as the largest settlement north of Prince Albert. In 1948, Highway 2 was completed and connected the two cities, changing the perception of the northern area from water-based to highway-based travel.
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Barriere, British Columbia
The community of Barriere rests in the mountains at the south end of the North Thompson Valley of central British Columbia. Barriere is situated on the Yellowhead Highway #5 (constructed about 40 years ago), 45 minutes or 66 km (41 miles) north of Kamloops, BC. Continuing north on Highway #5, the town of Clearwater is 58 km farther up the valley.
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