News & Events
Training, competitions, conferences, fire prevention initiatives and emergency management events supporting First Nations across Saskatchewan.
2026 Torch the Turtle Poster Contest: Charge into Fire Safety!
SFNEM encourages Indigenous schools and youth groups across Saskatchewan to take part in this year’s Torch the Turtle Fire Prevention Poster Contest. Students are invited to create an original poster showing Torch demonstrating at least two safe charging habits.
Submission deadline: November 1, 2026
Download the contest guidelines and lesson plan for full requirements and classroom activities.
Indigenous Public Safety Conference 2026
Join Indigenous leaders, firefighters, emergency coordinators, and public safety professionals from across Canada for three days of learning, networking, and discussion focused on strengthening community resilience and Indigenous public safety.
2026 National Firefighting Competition
Indigenous fire departments from across Canada will come together in Saskatoon for the 2026 National Firefighting Competition, featuring three tactical field evolutions and a community fire-prevention presentation.
2026 Indigenous Public Safety Conference — Pre-Conference Training
The National Indigenous Fire Safety Council is hosting two days of pre-conference training ahead of the 2026 Indigenous Public Safety Conference.
Participants can choose from specialized sessions focused on wildfire planning, emergency management, firefighter wellness, fire prevention, incident command, cultural burning, and wildfire suppression. Registration is $50 per participant, and each participant may register for one two-day session.
Wildland Fire Canada Conference + Canadian Smoke Forum
Join wildland fire professionals, Indigenous knowledge holders, researchers and emergency management partners in Saskatoon for five days of wildfire science, operations, Indigenous fire stewardship, smoke research and community resilience.
2026 Saskatchewan First Nations Regional Firefighter Competition
SFNEM and PAGC bring First Nations fire departments together for the 2026 Saskatchewan First Nations Regional Firefighter Competition in Prince Albert. Teams will put their firefighting skills, teamwork, communication and fireground readiness to the test in a full day of competition and camaraderie.
September 19, 2026 | Prince Albert, Saskatchewan
PAGC Housing Forum & Trade Show
Join PAGC representatives, housing professionals, industry partners and First Nations communities for the PAGC Housing Forum & Trade Show in Saskatoon. The two-day event provides an opportunity to share knowledge, explore housing solutions and connect with organizations supporting First Nations housing.
March 30–31, 2026 | Saskatoon Inn
Circle of fire, circle of care: Supporting Indigenous wildland firefighter wellbeing
This virtual discussion explores the unique mental health, cultural safety and wellness challenges experienced by Indigenous wildland firefighters. Panelists will discuss culturally grounded approaches to supporting firefighters while recognizing Indigenous fire stewardship and lived experience.
December 11, 2025 | Online via Zoom
The Impacts of Wildfire Fighting on Public Safety Personnel
A national virtual discussion examining the mental health and wellness impacts of wildland firefighting on firefighters and other public safety personnel. The session will explore operational stress, burnout, trauma exposure and approaches to strengthening mental health supports.
December 4, 2025 | Online via Zoom
Saskatchewan First Nation Emergency Management Forum
The Saskatchewan First Nation Emergency Management Forum brings together First Nations emergency management professionals, community leaders, Elders and partner agencies for four days of learning, discussion and collaboration.
Sessions focus on emergency preparedness, wildfire evacuation, health emergency management, community recovery, Indigenous Services Canada updates and other priorities affecting First Nations across Saskatchewan.
October 27–30, 2025 | Prairieland Park, Saskatoon
2025 SASKATCHEWAN FIRST NATION FIREFIGHTING COMPETITION
First Nations fire departments from across Saskatchewan came together for the 2025 Saskatchewan First Nation Firefighting Competition, celebrating firefighting skill, teamwork and service to community.
The weekend included team orientation, competitive firefighting events, an awards banquet and the selection of the team advancing to the national competition.
September 12–14, 2025 | Prince Albert, Saskatchewan