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Earthquake Early Warning system – how does it work?
Did you feel an earthquake in late February or early March? There was an earthquake on February 21 that was felt on the South Coast and southern Vancouver Island, and one on March 3 that was lightly felt around Victoria and Vancouver. These earthquakes were a reminder to many folks that B.C. is a seismically…
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Introducing Brise-danger: French language emergency preparedness education for grades 4-8
Teachers delivering French language education to grades 4 to 8 have a new FREE resource. Brise-danger, the French language version of the wildly popular Master of Disaster emergency preparedness program is now available to order. The program involves minimal preparation and is organized into three emergency preparedness lessons: Updated in 2019 to be more inclusive…
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Community Spotlight: taking environmental action with NatureKids BC
The Community Spotlight series highlights communities, organizations and individuals who are taking innovative actions to help build resilient communities. NatureKids BC helps families build a sense of belonging, confidence and safety in nature through their mission to encourage families to spend more time outside. Build relationships with people and places in your community With local…
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Big or small, preparedness for all (your pets)!
If you have pets, big or small, there’s no doubt that they are part of your family. You have already included them in your home emergency plan, completed the new PreparedBC pet emergency plan and packed their grab-and-go bags so everyone is all set in case of an Evacuation Alert or Evacuation Order, right? Here are…
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Get “avy savvy” during Avalanche Awareness Days
Avalanche Awareness Days run throughout winter and spring, and events across B.C. provide an excellent opportunity to learn about avalanches and how to explore B.C.’s backcountry safely. To mark these days and learn how to become “avy savvy,” we spoke with Ryan Buhler, forecast program manager at Avalanche Canada, and Sandra Riches, executive director of…
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Simple ways to prevent your pipes from freezing this winter
Winter weather conditions can quickly become dangerous with little or no warning. PreparedBC’s severe winter weather and storm preparedness guide helps you learn how to prepare yourself, your home and your vehicle for winter conditions. When taking steps to prepare your home for cold temperatures it’s important to know how to prevent your pipes from…
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Winter-ready rentals: tips for renters to prepare your home for winter weather
PreparedBC’s Severe Winter Weather and Storm Preparedness Guide is full of great tips on what to do before, during and after severe winter weather and storms. As a renter, preparing your home is important to keep you, your home and your belongings safe during winter storms. Get tenant/renter’s insurance While your landlord’s policy covers their…
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Community Spotlight: neighbourhood plans with Salt Spring Island and Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako
The Community Spotlight series highlights communities, organizations and individuals who are taking innovative actions to help build resilient communities. Today we meet Amy MacLeod, Pod Program Coordinator from the Salt Spring Island Emergency Program and Christopher Walker, Emergency Services Manager from the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako to learn more about the value in creating a neighbourhood emergency…
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Community Spotlight: Neighbour Lab
The Community Spotlight series highlights communities, organizations and individuals who are taking innovative actions to help build resilient communities. Today we meet Neighbour Lab. Meet your neighbours and design a Neighbour Hub Prepared neighbourhoods are resilient neighbourhoods. When you’re in it together, you’re stronger. Once you’ve completed your Home Emergency Plan with the people you…
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Feeling eco-anxious? Tips for staying action-oriented and prepared
Have you heard of “eco-anxiety” or “climate anxiety”? With seemingly unavoidable headlines about climate change and frequent emergencies such as wildfire, flood and drought, it makes sense to feel nervous or anxious about what lies ahead. Our health is connected to the health of the planet. We have worries for ourselves and our neighbourhoods, as…
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