South Glengarry, ON – Since 1996, communities across Canada have recognized Emergency Preparedness (EP) Week—a national campaign that encourages individuals and families to be ready before emergencies happen. This year’s EP Week runs from May 5 to 11,2025 with the theme: “Plan for every season” It’s a reminder that everyone has a role to play in being prepared. Are you ready to act when it counts?
Three steps to be ready for any emergency:
1. Know the risks
Understand the hazards in South Glengarry—weather events, power outages, floods. Awareness helps you prepare.
2. Make a plan
Everyone in your household should know what to do before, during, and after an emergency.
3. Get a kit
Don’t wait. Build an emergency kit with food, water, and essentials. Be ready to take care of yourself and your family for at least 72 hours.
Below are some very useful documents on Emergency Preparedness that you can benefit from if ever you need it.
- brochure about how to prepare for an emergency
- brochure about how to prepare your pet for emergencies
- flyer about emergency preparedness for individuals living in high-rise buildings
- flyer about heat-related illnesses
- flyer about how to prepare for a power outage
- flyers about emergency preparedness for severe weather
- guide about emergency preparedness for people with disabilities
- guide about emergency preparedness for seniors
Emergency Preparedness Week (Sunday, May 4th to Saturday, May 10th, 2025)
The Ontario Government has a website entirely around being prepared in an emergency. On this site you will find links to creating an emergency kit, what to do in the event of an emergency and many other useful tools. We encourage everyone to access the link and begin your journey with your family to becoming prepared for any emergency – Plan For Every Season Website
Below you can access some tools in assisting to create your emergency kits and some fun activities for the kids to do as well. Just click on the name to download the information.
- Emergency Survival Kit
- Emergency Preparedness Pocket Brochure
- Pets and Emergencies Tri-Fold Brochure
For the kids:
- “Is it an Emergency” Spinner Game
- Children’s Activity Booklet
- Emergency Survival Kit Card Game
- Pets and Emergencies Crossword Puzzle
- Water Safety Quiz
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