TORONTO — The Ontario government is expanding its support for local emergency readiness with a second round of funding for the Community Emergency Preparedness Grant (CEPG) for 2024-25. This new $5 million investment will help equip municipalities and organizations with essential resources, equipment and training to better prepare for natural disasters and emergencies.
“Our government is ensuring that municipalities and community organizations across the province have the tools needed to face future challenges head-on,” said Trevor Jones, Associate Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Response. “This funding will strengthen resilience across communities, providing essential emergency supplies, equipment and training. A safer, more prepared Ontario starts with ensuring our communities have the resources they need to respond effectively in times of crisis.”
The CEPG is part of the government’s three-year, $110 million investment to strengthen emergency preparedness in Ontario, providing communities with the resources they need to stay safe, practiced and prepared. The next round of CEPG funding will be tailored to each recipient’s unique needs and can be used for purchasing equipment such as generators, sandbagging machines, thermal imaging drones and radio systems. It can also be directed towards emergency management training and awareness initiatives.
Applications are open until October 31, 2024, 5:00pm ET.