host highlights

Camp Ignite relies on the generous support of fire departments in the Greater Vancouver area to sponsor youth and host camp events. 

Camp Hosts will allow our camp to operate on their facilities for at least one day of the camp. The department should have a sizeable training area where our campers can safely participate in active fire drills and skills, with an area to rest and rehabilitate, adequate parking, and a diverse option of equipment. 

Host Departments can state what types of training exercises they are most interested in hosting including auto-extrication, technical rope rescue, hazmat operations, search and rescue tactics, fire attack strategies, forcible entry technique or fire fitness drills. A live fire prop is always fun though we understand there are limits to offering this during the summer months. We require the host to provide all the tools and apparatus for the execution of the training and the necessary departmental staff required to ensure we are adhering to the department's standards of operation for their equipment. 

Our Camp Ignite team would need access to the host location from roughly 7 am to 5:30 pm depending on the day's program. We will bring snacks, water and any items we need to operate our program and will work with the department to assist with set up and tear down. Ideally, the host department will sponsor lunch for themselves and the group and will provide a shaded area for campers to rest during a well-earned break from the day's activities.

We aim to vary the location annually to allow all departments a chance to share in the experience of being part of the Camp Ignite Mentorship Program.  We encourage senior officers and training officers to attend and welcome our campers to their stations. 

A cornerstone of our program is the chance to showcase the camaraderie that is inherent in the fire service. Having all our brothers and sisters of the IAFF present to share their knowledge, experience and enthusiasm is a great way to showcase the very best of the fire service!