BC Wildfires – Important Resources

Wildfires continue to devastate communities and displace people across British Columbia. In response, the BC Government has declared a State of Provincial Emergency. 

We are grateful for the extraordinary efforts of first responders, community leaders, and local businesses, including restaurateurs who are stepping up to support their communities during this challenging time. Our thoughts are with the families, workers and businesses directly affected by these wildfires.

Please stay safe and follow the guidance of local authorities. If you need assistance accessing government resources or support, please do not hesitate to reach out to Cheryl Maitland Muir, VP Western Canada at Restaurants Canada at 604-828-6961.

For the most current and verified information, please follow EmergencyInfoBC on X or Facebook, or visit their website: EmergencyInfoBC.gov.bc.ca.

Key Resources:

·  BC Wildfire Service

·  DriveBC

·  Emergency evacuee guidance for the public

·  PreparedBC

·  BC Hydro Outage Map

·  FortisBC Information

Destination BC has also developed a comprehensive Emergency Preparedness Toolkit which includes resources on evacuation preparedness, business continuity planning, financial assistance, and recovery following emergencies and natural disasters. Visit Emergency Preparedness Toolkit – Destination BC 

Restaurants Canada remains in contact with government officials and is available to support members across the province. We will continue to share updates as new information becomes available.