The FireHard system — including the WER rating, technical documents, and design guides — is a voluntary framework based on current best practices from wildfire research in Canada, the United States, and Australia. It is not a building code, regulation, or mandatory standard.
Last updated: February 2026
These Terms govern your use of firehard.ca, the WER system, and all associated services operated by Wildernest Systems Inc.
All information is for general educational and informational purposes only. Not professional engineering, architectural, construction, insurance, or legal advice.
FireHard Canada does not guarantee that any property will survive a wildfire event regardless of WER rating.
Codes vary by jurisdiction. Users are responsible for compliance.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, FireHard Canada, Wildernest Systems, Bulkley Valley Engineering, and their affiliates shall not be liable for any damages arising from use of this website. Services provided "as is" without warranties.
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