Jane’s career in Canada has spanned decades as a Prescribed Fire Manager and Incident Commander, demonstrating remarkable courage, resilience, and leadership in the face of uncertainty. She now serves as the Prescribed Fire Training Manager for the brand new Canadian Prescribed Fire Training Program at the University of British Columbia Okanagan in Kelowna, BC.

This national program is creating curriculum specifically for Canadian ecosystems, building capacity for diverse learners and supporting Indigenous led fire stewardship through co developed materials and culturally informed prescribed fire practitioners.

What stands out in this episode is culture, the culture of place, the culture of fire and the culture of leadership. Jane’s work shows how cultural understanding shapes decisions, restores landscapes and strengthens communities.

It also connects directly to the global movement of Girls on Fire. When we talk about culture, we’re talking about who gets to belong, who gets to lead and who gets to be visible. Jane’s presence in wildfire leadership shows girls and young women that fire is a place for them, a place where their strength, skill and courage are not only welcome but needed.

Jane’s depth of experience, her commitment to people and place, and her vision for the future of fire stewardship make this conversation one you won’t want to miss.

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