Federal officials are expected to provide an update today on Canada’s national wildfire season as an out-of-control fire in British Columbia continues to force evacuations.
The briefing will focus on the current wildfire situation across the country and the latest response efforts.
Wildfire Numbers Higher Than Last Year
According to the latest data from the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre, Canada has recorded about 3,100 wildfires so far this season.
At the same point last year, the country had seen around 2,900 fires.
Although the number of fires is higher this year, the total burned area is significantly lower.
Area Burned Lower Than Last Year
So far this season, wildfires have burned roughly 12,000 square kilometres across Canada.
That is much lower than the approximately 46,000 square kilometres that had burned by this time last year.
The figures show that while fire activity remains serious, the overall land burned is currently below last year’s level.
Federal Briefing Planned
Emergency Management Minister Eleanor Olszewski and other federal officials are scheduled to speak about the wildfire situation.
The update is expected to provide more details on fire activity, evacuation concerns and the national response.
Evacuations in British Columbia
In British Columbia, two fires near the community of Boston Bar have placed hundreds of properties under evacuation orders and alerts.
The situation has raised concern as crews continue responding to the fires and residents wait for further direction from emergency officials.
Last Year Was One of Canada’s Worst Fire Seasons
The 2025 wildfire season was the second-worst on record in Canada.
More than 89,000 square kilometres burned across the country during that season.
That record-setting scale continues to shape concerns about wildfire preparedness and response this year.
Canada’s wildfire season remains active, with more fires recorded so far than at the same time last year. However, the total area burned is currently much lower.
As fires near Boston Bar continue to trigger evacuation orders and alerts, today’s federal briefing is expected to offer an important update on the national wildfire outlook and emergency response.