Emergency Management in B.C.
Increasing climate challenges means that emergency and disaster management is changing. Learn how people and communities are adapting to this shifting landscape and explore stories covering all four phases of emergency management.
Latest Stories
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Emergency preparedness and response in Atlin
When emergencies happen in British Columbia, Indigenous governing bodies and local authorities are there to help. They play a key role in preparing for, responding… Read More
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When the storm comes, we turn to each other: A story from Salt Spring Island
Contributed by Tine Rossing, Disaster Risk Reduction Analyst at Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness and Salt Spring Island volunteer Pod coordinator. Preparing for… Read More
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What to expect at a High Ground Hike, and why it’s worth joining
If you live, work, or spend time in a coastal community in B.C. you may have heard about High Ground Hikes taking place during Tsunami… Read More
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Emergency Management Exemplary Service Award
Nominations are now open for the 2026 to 2027 Emergency Management Exemplary Service Award Across British Columbia, emergency management practitioners, volunteers and community leaders help… Read More
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