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Benefits of creating an ESS profile online
When the unexpected happens, like having to evacuate your home because of wildfire nearby, you may find yourself needing financial support to meet your basic needs in those first 72 […]
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Five preparedness tips for people living in apartments, condos or townhomes
Do you live in an apartment, condominium or townhome? Well, you’re not alone! Half of all people in British Columbia live in some form of multi-unit residential building. When it […]
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New and improved B.C. Wildfire Dashboard
Spring is in the air and summer is on the horizon! People have different ideas of what activities they will be planning – camping, swimming, hiking and travelling to name […]
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Making a home emergency plan is easy!
Emergencies can happen anytime, whether you’re at home, at work or on the road. Hopefully you won’t ever need it, but having a completed home emergency plan can make all […]
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Enhance your garden and safety by choosing FireSmart plants
Spring has sprung and many of us are excited to get outside to work on our yards, visit local garden centres and start planting. Did you know that spring garden […]
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Emergency Preparedness Week 2024: Using technology to enhance preparedness
Recognizing the major role technology plays in our lives, as well as how it’s used for emergency management, this year’s theme for Emergency Preparedness Week in B.C. is “using technology […]
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Coastal communities practice tsunami preparedness at High Ground Hike events
High Ground Hike is an annual program that brings communities together during Tsunami Preparedness Week (the second full week every April). These events help raise awareness about B.C.’s tsunami risk […]
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Insurance: Why it matters
Whether you rent or own, insurance is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your loved ones in the event of an emergency. Having insurance in place can […]
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Canadian Earthquake Early Warning System can provide time to Drop, Cover and Hold On
Did you know around 4,000 earthquakes are recorded in British Columbia each year? Most are too small to be felt, but earthquakes strong enough to cause damage do happen. Earthquakes […]
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Being a Master of Disaster is a good thing!
Emergencies and disasters can be scary, especially for children. Providing children with information and knowledge so they’re prepared and ready during a difficult situation can help reduce their fear, anxiety […]
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