Ottawa – Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, issued the following statement: “The Government of Canada, our Government Operations Centre and public safety officials are closely following the developments in Labrador City, where an out-of-control wildfire is burning very …
Ottawa – Communities across Canada need new infrastructure that is built for healthy, affordable living, economic sustainability and ensures the safety of homes and businesses in the 21st century. Making our communities more liveable in a world impacted by climate-related events including floods, storms, and wildfires means planning ahead and building more resilient roads, bridges, water treatment facilities, telecommunication, networks …
Whitehorse — The Whitehorse Escarpment is experiencing the impacts of climate change and affecting the lives of Yukoners. To mitigate the effects of groundwater seepage causing landslides, the federal government is investing more than $45 million. Announced by Minister Harjit Sajjan and Mayor Laura Cabott, this work will help protect the land beneath the Erik Nielson Whitehorse International Airport that’s at the top …
Ottawa – Emergencies can happen at any moment and with little warning. Timely information is critical to ensure that Canadians can take the necessary steps to protect themselves, their families and their communities. Today, a test of the National Public Alerting System (NPAS) will be conducted in most provinces and territories over television, radio, and wireless devices. Harjit S. Sajjan, …
Ottawa – The rising frequency and severity of natural disasters is a growing concern. In recent years, Canadians have seen extreme weather events, like floods and wildland fires, destroy homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure, and leave lasting impacts on communities right across the country. As Canada and the world continue to experience these disasters, it is crucial to increase risk …
