Prepared together: Emergency Preparedness Week runs May 3-9

Emergency Preparedness Week occurs each spring, with communities across Ontario taking time to focus on emergency readiness.

This year, from May 3-9, let’s get Prepared Together, a reminder that residents stay safer when they plan, prepare and respond as a community.

Emergencies affect everyone. Power outages, extreme weather and other unexpected events test our infrastructure, our systems and our communities. Municipal staff, first-responders, community organizations, businesses and residents, all play an important role. Strong co-ordination between partners keeps communities safe, resilient and ready.

“Emergency preparedness is not just a plan on paper," says Ray Lux, Bruce County's emergency management co-ordinator. "It’s people helping people, checking in on neighbours and knowing how to act when it matters most.” Small steps at home, combined with strong partnerships across the county, help keep our communities safe.”

Bruce County works side-by-side with municipalities, the Province of Ontario, trusted community partners and residents. When they prepare together, they build a safer, more resilient community.

Throughout Emergency Preparedness Week, Bruce County will spotlight simple, practical ways residents can prepare, together. The county will share tips and resources, showing how the public and partners can strengthen emergency plans and support each other during a crisis.

More information about emergency preparedness:
 

• Government of Canada Emergency Management: www.getprepared.gc.ca
• Ontario Emergency Management: www.ontario.ca/page/be-prepared-emergency
• Bruce County Emergency Management: www.brucecounty.on.ca/getprepared