Canadian Prairies Prescribed Fire Exchange

Canadian Prairies Prescribed Fire Exchange Knowledge sharing and training around the use of prescribed fire as a conservation management tool.

We provide training, planning and knowledge sharing around the use of prescribed fire as a management tool for enhancing healthy prairie and parkland ecosystems. We recognise the importance of fire as an instrument for conservation, traditional practice, and public safety.

August is in the books and our latest newsletter is officially live! This past month was packed with action across the p...
08/29/2026

August is in the books and our latest newsletter is officially live!

This past month was packed with action across the prairies, and we’re bringing you all the highlights, upcoming opportunities, and essential fire ecology news in one place.

Here’s a quick peek at what’s inside this edition:

*Training Exchange (TREX) Updates: Crucial news and info on upcoming prescribed fire training opportunities.

*Event Recap: Highlights and takeaways from our August field tours and community discussions.

*Now Hiring: An exciting job opportunity to join our team, find out how to apply

*Fresh Podcast Episode: Our newest episode just dropped! Tune in for expert insights on grassland health and fire management.

Plus: Resources, partner updates, and a look ahead at what we’re planning for the fall.

There’s something in here for everyone!

Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update!: https://www.grasslandfire.ca/newsletter

What was your favorite highlight from August? Let us know in the comments!

This August, Prairie Firelines features Dr. Eric Lamb who will do justice to the discussion;”Why Fire Belongs in the Pra...
08/28/2026

This August, Prairie Firelines features Dr. Eric Lamb who will do justice to the discussion;”Why Fire Belongs in the Prairies.”
 
Dr. Eric Lamb is a Professor in the Department of Plant Science, University of Saskatchewan and Curator of the WP Fraser Herbarium. He is a plant ecologist with expertise and research interests including rangeland ecology and management, fire ecology, statistical ecology, and conservation biology. He holds a BSc. from UBC, an MSc. from Lakehead University, and a PhD. in grassland ecology from the University of Alberta. He has successfully supervised or co-supervised numerous graduate students and has published more than 80 peer reviewed papers including papers in leading journals such as Ecology, Journal of Ecology, and Rangeland Ecology and Management.

Dr. Lamb’s research is currently focused on grassland fire ecology, with an emphasis on how the reintroduction of fire can be a tool for improved grassland management. 
 
Listen to the podcast here: https://prairiefirelines.podbean.com/e/why-fire-belongs-in-the-prairies/

Download here: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/f2xu3ifqtmbk27mg/podcast1_Why_Fire_belongs_in_the_priairies_Eric_Lamb90cbf.mp3

Did you know that in a native grassland, the vast majority of life is out of sight? In fact, up to 80% of a native prair...
08/27/2026

Did you know that in a native grassland, the vast majority of life is out of sight? 

In fact, up to 80% of a native prairie plant’s total weight (biomass) is stored underground in its extensive root system! 
 
This incredible adaptation is what allows our prairie grasses a nd wildflowers to bounce back so quickly after a prescribed fire activity. 
 
While prescribed fire removes dead grass and woody brush above the surface, the vast majority of native grasses and wildflowers remain completely unharmed.  
Their deep root systems, sometimes reaching 10 to 15 feet into the soil, are protected and store energy like an underground battery. 
 
This unique partnership between native fire adapted plants and good fire ensures healthier more resilient prairie ecosystems for everyone 
 
Find out how we use science-backed prescribed fire to benefit our landscapes.  

Visit our website today.
www.grasslandfire.ca  
 
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Still wondering what to do this evening? Look no further! Join the College of Agriculture and Biosciences at university ...
08/27/2026

Still wondering what to do this evening?
Look no further!

Join the College of Agriculture and Biosciences at university of Saskatchewan tonight for paskwāhk ka-māmiskōtamihk: “Gathering to Discuss Grasslands Conservation”!

Location: Northeast Swale, Saskatoon

Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (August 27, 2026)

Partners: Presented in partnership with the kihci-okāwīmāw askiy Knowledge Centre and the Meewasin Valley Authority.

Come connect, learn, and spend a beautiful evening out on the prairie!

More info & details: agbio.usask.ca/community-outreach/iyrp2026.php

Two amazing events, 1 week in October!   Join us for the 5th Annual Canadian Prairies TREX in Saskatoon, SK, running fro...
08/26/2026

Two amazing events, 1 week in October!  
 
Join us for the 5th Annual Canadian Prairies TREX in Saskatoon, SK, running from October 19 -23, 2026! 
 
Gain hands-on experience, connect with fellow practitioners, and advance safe, effective prescribed fire management across our prairie landscapes. 
 
Space is limited, apply today 
 
Apply Now For TREX: https://forms.gle/qetkwv1dQcrJVe7R7 
  
You can also join the conversation in Saskatoon for the 2026 Wildland Fire Canada Conference  
This event hopes to bring together diverse perspectives and the latest science, knowledge, and practices to help build stronger, more resilient communities.  
TCU Place, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan 
October 20-23, 2026 
Smoke Forum, workshops, technical sessions, networking opportunities, and field trips 
Register today and be part of the national conversation on wildfire smoke and its impacts. Register here: visit: https://wildlandfirecanada.com/
 
Saskatoon Conservation FirePracititioners 
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“Every burn is different, every crew is different, and every fire gives you something new to learn”. Dr. Brad Elder For...
08/24/2026

“Every burn is different, every crew is different, and every fire gives you something new to learn”. Dr. Brad Elder

For Dr. Brad Elder, that enduring curiosity is what turns science into stewardship. For more than 30 years, he has ignited conversations around grassland restoration, mentoring the next generation of fire practitioners across the Great Plains and answering the call as a volunteer fire fighter.

His life’s work remains rooted in a simple truth; healing the landscape does not end with managing the flame or smoke but extends to tending the connections we share with the land and with each other.

Read more on our website here:
https://www.grasslandfire.ca/faces-of-fire/lighting-the-way-brad-elders-life-on-the-fireline

Keep the Prairies Blooming for Generations to Come! Summer on the prairies brings vibrant wildflowers, busy pollinators...
08/22/2026

Keep the Prairies Blooming for Generations to Come!

Summer on the prairies brings vibrant wildflowers, busy pollinators, and thriving grasslands that we all know and love. But maintaining this breathtaking environment doesn’t happen by accident, it takes proactive care.

Prescribed fire is one of our most powerful conservation tools. By safely returning fire to the landscape, we help restore ecosystem health, support wildlife habitat, and ensure our grasslands remain resilient for the generations coming after us. 

Ready to get involved?

Applications for our Prescribed Fire Training Exchange(TREX) is open!
It’s open to everyone! Land stewards, researchers, conservation enthusiasts.

Come, gain hands-on fire line experience. 
👉 Apply for TREX:https://forms.gle/qetkwv1dQcrJVe7R7

👉 Explore All Upcoming Events & Past Posts:https://www.grasslandfire.ca/events

Take some time to review our latest resources, check out our upcoming community events on the website, and join us in keeping our prairie ecosystems beautiful!

Applications Are Officially Open!  Join us for the 5th Annual Canadian Prairies TREX in Saskatoon, SK, running from Octo...
08/19/2026

Applications Are Officially Open! 
 
Join us for the 5th Annual Canadian Prairies TREX in Saskatoon, SK, running from October 19-23, 2026! 
 
Gain hands-on experience, connect with fellow practitioners, and advance safe, effective prescribed fire management across our prairie landscapes. 
 
Space is limited, apply today. Selection process commences on Sept 8, 2026

Dates: October 19 - 23, 2026 
Location: Saskatoon, SK 
 
Apply Now: https://forms.gle/qetkwv1dQcrJVe7R7 
 
Good fire today.  
Safer communities tomorrow.  
 
Saskatoon Conservation FirePracititioners

Collaboration is at the heart of effective grassland stewardship and safe prescribed fire management across the Prairies...
08/17/2026

Collaboration is at the heart of effective grassland stewardship and safe prescribed fire management across the Prairies.

This August, we are proud to feature and celebrate the Manitoba Association of Community Pastures; their ongoing dedication to ecological health, wildfire risk reduction, and resilient landscapes.

Discover how our shared partnerships are driving meaningful impact on the ground.

Read the full feature on our website: https://www.grasslandfire.ca/team-3-2-1-1

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