Blainville – Canadians today are facing more frequent, costly, and dangerous extreme weather events, a development long predicted by climate change modelling. State-of-the-art weather services are becoming more important than ever to keep Canadians safe. That is why the Government of Canada invested $180.4 million since 2016 to fully modernize 32 state-of-the-art weather radars across Canada, and one training radar. …
Ontario Prepares for Extreme Heat Emergencies
TORONTO — As part of Emergency Preparedness Week, the Government of Ontario is hosting Exercise Heatwave, a large-scale simulated exercise which will reinforce provincial procedures and response to heat-related emergencies. “Exercise Heatwave is a valuable opportunity to practise and plan for our response to potential extreme heat emergencies,” said Caroline Mulroney, President of the Treasury Board and Minister responsible for Emergency …
Plan ahead this Emergency Preparedness Week
Brampton – The City of Brampton is supporting residents in building preparedness habits this Emergency Preparedness Week and all year long. Emergency Preparedness Week runs May 7-13 with the theme this year being “Build Preparedness Habits”. Everyone has a role to play in an emergency. Emergency Preparedness Week is an opportunity for you to prepare to protect yourself, your family …