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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Where is Camp Ignite located?

Is camp only available to youth who want to be firefighters?

Who is eligible to participate?

Camp Ignite operates in the Greater Vancouver area. Each year we are hosted by different municipalities throughout the Greater Vancouver area with at least one day hosted by Vancouver Fire Rescue Training Center. 2023 Hosts include: Maple Ridge Fire Rescue, Vancouver Fire Rescue Services and Township of Langley Fire Department.

Who is eligible to participate?

Is camp only available to youth who want to be firefighters?

Who is eligible to participate?

Participants must be female youth between the ages of 15 and 18 at the time of camp in 

Grades 11 & 12. All camp participants must be Canadian Citizens residing in the province of British Columbia. 

Is camp only available to youth who want to be firefighters?

Is camp only available to youth who want to be firefighters?

Is camp only available to youth who want to be firefighters?

While Camp Ignite 's focus  is giving female youth the chance to explore firefighting, we understand that not all participants will want to pursue firefighting as a career. If you have an interest in emergency service work on any level then Camp Ignite can be a place to explore and test yourself in a safe and fun environment.


Our goal is to introduce female youth to women who have chosen this profession and, we hope, that by seeing it they may consider being it themselves someday!

How much does camp cost?

Do we accept anyone outside of British Columbia?

Is camp only available to youth who want to be firefighters?

All camp participants are sponsored by their local municipal fire department. Their sponsorship covers all activities, meals, gear and insurance. Travel costs to and from camp will be the responsibility of the participant. Cost is subject to change based on changing operational costs. 

How do I get involved?

Do we accept anyone outside of British Columbia?

Do we accept anyone outside of British Columbia?

If you are interested in getting involved, whether as a camp participant, an aspiring firefighter, a mentor or an instructor please visit the 'Join Us' section of our website for information and applications. 

Do we accept anyone outside of British Columbia?

Do we accept anyone outside of British Columbia?

Do we accept anyone outside of British Columbia?

Unfortunately we are unable to accept anyone outside of  British Columbia at this time.

Can a participant attend more than once?

Does Camp Ignite allow male youth to participate?

Does Camp Ignite allow male youth to participate?

Unfortunately, we can only offer limited spots for new participants. 

Does Camp Ignite allow male youth to participate?

Does Camp Ignite allow male youth to participate?

Does Camp Ignite allow male youth to participate?

Our aim at camp is to encourage female youth to consider a career in the fire service. Currently, women represent only 4% of the fire service Internationally.  So, while we aim to be inclusive and accessible, our program is not tailored to serve male youth. The City of Vancouver offers a Youth Outreach Academy which may be something to explore.


How can I become a Mentor or Instructor?

Does Camp Ignite allow male youth to participate?

What is the time commitment required to participate?

All Mentor and Instructor positions are 100% volunteer positions. Most volunteer staff have their participation supplemented by their fire department or their IAFF local. We are always eager to have female firefighters in the province be involved. 


Please visit the 'Join Us' section of our website for information and applications. 

What is the time commitment required to participate?

What are some other ways I can support camp if I cannot attend?

What is the time commitment required to participate?

Camp Ignite is traditionally a 4 day/3 night event. Participants must attend the entire camp to be qualified for a Participation Certificate and to be eligible for any scholarships or prizes awarded.

Mentors and Instructors can participate as much or as little as their schedule allows. 

Aspiring Firefighters are encouraged to attend us much of camp as possible to maximize their networking opportunities, but they are not required to commit to the full camp if they have other obligations.

What is an Aspiring Firefighter?

What are some other ways I can support camp if I cannot attend?

What are some other ways I can support camp if I cannot attend?

An Aspiring Firefighter is someone who is actively pursuing a career position in the fire service. Aspiring Firefighters are adult females who may be seeking mentorship, guidance and networking opportunities to advance their exposure and expand their options.

What are some other ways I can support camp if I cannot attend?

What are some other ways I can support camp if I cannot attend?

What are some other ways I can support camp if I cannot attend?

Camp Ignite takes a lot of planning and , as a not-for-profit, we rely on donations and volunteer support to operate. Some ways you can help camp include:

- like, share and support our social media feeds

- make a financial contribution to aid operation

- make a donation of goods or services towards camp

- encourage your schools, departments or organizations to support Camp Ignite

- reach out to us and let us know how we are doing and share ideas as to now we can reach our target audience

I live on Vancouver or the Gulf Islands, what if I am not able to travel to the mainland for Camp Ignite?

Island Ignite Mentorship Society is an independent not-for-profit organization operating on Vancouver Island, launched in June 2022, to meet the growing need to bring regional youth fire camps throughout British Columbia. 


Island Ignite 2023

They have recently announced that "We have secured a location in Victoria to host the first ever Island Ignite summer camp from July 7-9, 2023!"


For more information email: info@islandignite.com or check out their website at https://islandignite.com/


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THANK YOU

Camp Ignite 2023 was such a success because of  your support! We look forward to partnering with you all in the future once more.