Shane takes us through Canada’s history with forest fires, setting the stage for an in-depth discussion with Dr. Farhan Asrar, an expert in disaster and emergency management. Dr. Asrar breaks down why this summer ranks as Canada’s second-worst forest fire season on record, the wide-reaching health impacts, and what it means for public and environmental health moving forward. Join us for a crucial conversation about preparedness, impact, and hope amid challenging times.

Originally aired on2025-08-12