Department of Environment of Yukon

01/29/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/29/2026 14:45

Government of Yukon begins work to reduce wildfire risk for the Grizzly Valley subdivision

Published January 29, 2026
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The Government of Yukon is conducting a FireSmart project around the perimeter of the Grizzly Valley subdivision. Thinning the forest fuel will improve the community's emergency preparedness and make it more resilient to wildfire.

The work will begin in three separate areas in approximately a week and will continue until the end of April or mid-May, weather permitting.

The public can expect:

  • crews working during daylight hours to hand fell trees in three areas, outlined in the map and indicated by orange flagging tape on site;
  • some noise from equipment and trucks; and
  • smoke from closely monitored burning of branches and other debris that can't be used as firewood.

Once the work is done, salvageable wood will be available to the public. Visit the Wildfire Hub to see if the project is active and if wood is available.

Please avoid entering the areas while work is underway and follow any signage or safety directions from crews on site.

Quick facts

  • The FireSmart program reduces hazardous vegetation and improves forest stand health. These proactive measures help protect homes, infrastructure and natural areas from the impact of wildfires.

  • The areas chosen are informed by a timber survey completed in spring 2025 and through discussions with the Government of Yukon's Wildland Fire Management branch.

  • The total work area is 29.1 hectares. Approximately 25 per cent of the volume of trees in the work area will be removed.

  • FireSmart projects can have positive impacts on wildlife by thinning the forest in the same way as a moderate wildfire or windstorm.

Media contact

Julia Duchesne
Communications, Community Services
867-332-4188
[email protected]

News release #:
26-024
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