Wildfire and Emergency Preparedness Day

Schedule

Wed Apr 29 2026 at 11:00 am to 02:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

Gyro Park | Penticton, BC

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Are you prepared for wildfire season?
Join us at Wildfire and Emergency Preparedness Day to learn simple, practical steps you can take to protect your home, your family, and your neighbourhood.
We're teaming up with an amazing group of local partners to bring you:
- Emergency preparedness resources
- FireSmart home and property tips
- BBQ by donation thanks to the Penticton Firefighters Charitable Society
- Giveaways, demonstrations, and more!
This year's event is proudly supported by:
Penticton Emergency Program, BC Wildfire Service, the Community Foundation's Neighbourhood Small Grants Program, the Penticton Amateur Radio Club, FireSmart BC Plant Program, Emergency Support Services, and the Animal Lifeline Emergency Response Team.
A special thank you to Gardenworks for providing a plant demonstration display for residents to learn about FireSmart-friendly landscaping options.
April 29 | 11am - 2pm | Free to attend | All ages welcome
Take the first step toward building a safer, more resilient Penticton. Everyone is welcome!
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Gyro Park, 24 Lakeshore Dr W, Penticton, BC V2A 7M5, Canada

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