Disaster Prevention and Mitigation
As natural hazards such as floods and wildfires become more frequent and intense across Canada, it’s important to promote and build resilience.
The goal of emergency management is to save lives, protect property and the economy and preserve the environment.
About disaster mitigation
Disaster mitigation measures can reduce or eliminate the impacts and risks of hazards before a disaster occurs.
Natural hazard risk assessment
Assessing the expected impacts from natural hazards is important to understand potential disaster risks, make informed decisions, and prioritize actions to protect people, property, and communities.
Emergency Management News Releases
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Government of Canada supports inclusive volunteer recruitment and strengthens water and shoreline search and rescue response in Saskatchewan
July 9, 2026 -
The Government of Canada provides an update regarding the 2026 wildfire season – July update
July 9, 2026 -
Minister Olszewski approves emergency assistance with the response and recovery from the significant flooding in the province of Manitoba
July 5, 2026
Emergency Management Publications and Reports
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