Grants and Contributions:
Title:
FUEL CHARACTERISTICS OF FORESTS ACROSS THE PROVINCE OF NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR
Agreement Number:
GC-130732S
Agreement Value:
$25,000.00
Agreement Date:
Jan 9, 2026 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
The project will conduct targeted research on fuel characteristics of forests across the province of newfoundland and labrador. A fuel grid will be developed that will be implemented into future fire behaviour models, reducing the future risk of wildfire to communities.
Organization:
Natural Resources Canada
Expected Results:
Dataset, poster and presentation
Location:
ST. JOHN’S, Newfoundland & Labrador, CA A1C 5S7
Reference Number:
115-2025-2026-Q4-18020
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
107690273
Recipient Type:
Academia
Additional Information:
Grant or contribution awarded and spanning more than one fiscal year.
Recipient's Legal Name:
MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY OF NEWFOUNDLAND
Program:
Small Scale Research
Program Purpose:
To encourage and accelerate innovation in the natural resources sectors; to assist in the protection of our natural resources; to encourage and develop new and more efficient techniques and technology for sustainable development of our natural resources; and, to provide for a better understanding and knowledge of our natural resources.