Carol Waldo Nominated for Women in Wildfire Resiliency Award!

The GVFD is pleased to recognize Carol Waldo for her nomination for the 2026 Lynn Orstad Award: Women in Wildfire Resiliency, which highlights leadership in wildfire preparedness across British Columbia and Alberta. Although she was not selected as a recipient this year, her nomination reflects the meaningful impact of her work supporting wildfire awareness and preparedness. On Gabriola, Carol has been a steady advocate for FireSmart practices, helping residents understand practical steps they can take around their homes to reduce wildfire risk. Through education, outreach, and collaboration, she has helped strengthen a culture of wildfire awareness and shared responsibility in the community.