Squad of New Brunswick-based First Nations firefighters battle flames in Alberta
An additional eleven firefighters from New Brunswick have joined the Wabanaki team, and they will be working in Alberta for a two-week period.
A team of firefighters from three First Nations in New Brunswick has been deployed to assist with wildfire efforts in Alberta.
The 10-member team, known as the Wabanaki Wildland Crew, includes individuals from the Neqotkuk, Natoaganeg, and Sitansisk First Nations. They departed for Western Canada last week.
According to a news release from the New Brunswick government, 20 Indigenous firefighters from across the province were certified earlier this year for wildfire management. Prior to the crew’s deployment to Alberta, a special ceremony was held to honor the team and pay tribute to John Eric Paul of Sitansisk First Nation, who recently passed away in an accident.
An additional eleven firefighters from New Brunswick have joined the Wabanaki team, and they will be working in Alberta for a two-week period.
Tim Plant from Sitansisk First Nation emphasized the importance of Indigenous communities being equipped to handle weather-related disasters, such as wildfires, in light of changing climate conditions.
