Emergency Preparedness Week 2024
This year, Emergency Preparedness Week is May 5 - 11, 2024.
Emergency Preparedness Week encourages Canadians to be better prepared to protect themselves and their families during emergencies. This special week is a national effort of provincial and territorial emergency management organizations, Indigenous organizations, non-governmental organizations, and private sector organizations who support activities at the local level, and Public Safety Canada.
By taking a few simple steps, you can become better prepared to face a range of emergencies - anytime, anywhere.
It is important to:
1) Know the risks - Although the consequences of disasters can be similar, knowing the risks specific to our community and our region can help us better prepare.
2) Make a plan - It will help you and your family know what to do.
3) Get an emergency kit - During an emergency, we will all need some basic supplies. We may need to get by without power or tap water.
Be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours in an emergency.
Visit https://www.getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/rsrcs/ep-wk/index-en.aspx for more resources to help you and your family prepare for all types of emergencies.