The Canadian Burn Association (CBA) is deeply saddened by the tragic fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta, extending our heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, colleagues, and loved ones of those who lost their lives, as well as our thoughts to all those who have been injured and affected by this devastating event.

Recognizing the profound impact that serious burn injuries have on individuals, families, and communities—and the long, challenging journey of recovery requiring specialized medical care, rehabilitation, psychological support, and ongoing compassion—we extend our sincere appreciation to the first responders, emergency personnel, and healthcare professionals who mobilized to provide care under exceptionally challenging circumstances.

Building on a recent disaster preparation tabletop exercise dedicated to managing situations such as this at our recent Canadian Burn Association Conference, the directors of major burn units across Canada have been in direct communication since early in the incident; as information regarding injury severity and patient needs develops, burn teams nationwide will actively cooperate to ensure appropriate resources are allocated wherever required, reinforcing the CBA’s commitment to delivering the best possible burn care to all Canadians regardless of location.

As Canada’s community of burn care professionals, researchers, survivors, and advocates, the CBA stands in solidarity with the Canadian Armed Forces community and everyone affected by this tragedy, reaffirming our commitment to advancing burn prevention, strengthening national preparedness, and supporting the multidisciplinary teams providing care throughout the ongoing response and recovery.

The Canadian Burn Association (CBA) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the formal endorsement of the American Burn Association (ABA) Prevention Awareness Initiatives & Guidelines.