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York University announces Canada’s first-ever PhD program in Disaster and Emergency Management (DEM), set to launch in 2025. The program is designed to address the ongoing need for new disaster management methods around the world. Learn more: bit.ly/3T1ZGlx | #YorkU

#ICYMI Associate Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Response Trevor Jones announced round 2 of the Community Emergency Preparedness Grant. Funding will help communities better prepare for emergencies. Learn more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/100…

This #NationalForestWeek let’s think about becoming FireSmart. 🌳 Over 70% of Indigenous populations reside in, or near forests 🌳 Following FireSmart recommendations does not mean removing all trees! Simple actions, like pruning can help prevent the start of new wildland fires

⚡️ Don’t toss lithium-ion batteries in the trash! ⚡️ They’re hazardous waste and can cause fires. 🚫🔥 Keep them out of garbage, blue, or green bins! Store in a plastic bag or tape the terminals, then drop them off at a City Drop-Off Depot. 🌍♻️ #LithiumIon #ChargedForLife

Renters need to be aware of their responsibility to ensure working smoke alarms are in their residence. Test your alarms today and if they are not working, you must notify the owner to have them replaced. Take the pledge and get #SavedByTheBeep savedbythebeep.ca

#BePrepared for an evacuation by adding warm clothes and blankets or sleeping bags to your emergency kit. For a full list of supplies, visit: ontario.ca/page/be-prepar… #PreparedON

Do you plan to #burn off a pile of brush? Remember the rule of twos: your brush pile should be less than 2 metres high, less than 2 metres in diameter and at least 2 metres away from flammable materials. Get acquainted with all the rules: ontario.ca/OutdoorFireRul…

Protect yourself and your loved ones from carbon monoxide poisoning. 🚨Test your carbon monoxide alarms monthly 🔋Replace batteries when needed 🏠Inspect fuel-burning appliances, chimneys, and vents before every winter. Learn more: ontario.ca/page/carbon-mo…

The Community Emergency Preparedness Grant helps eligible Ontario communities & organizations get the supplies, equipment, training & services they need to stay safe, practiced & prepared for emergencies. Applications are open now until October 31. Info: ontario.ca/emergencygrant

⚠️ Severe Thunderstorm Watch 👀 in effect for central Ontario for this afternoon and evening Hazards: ⛈️ Heavy downpours producing 30 to 50 mm 🧊 Hail up to 2 cm in diameter 🌪️ Risk of a tornado. More details 👉 ow.ly/Ovpp50TvtBP #onstorm #onwx

Winter is coming! Don’t forget to add the furnace maintenance to your to-do list. Remember to clean around the furnace to get rid of unnecessary combustibles. Furnaces should have a minimum of 3 feet of clear space all around them. #COsafety

Interested in pursuing a meaningful career in emergency management? Learn more about available career and professional development opportunities by visiting: ontario.ca/page/emergency… #BackToSchool

Unsure what to do with your smoke alarm? Follow the manufacturers’ instructions on how to install, test, and keep your alarm in working order. Make your pledge to test your alarms monthly. savedbythebeep.ca

This morning marked the start of the National Peace Officers’ Memorial Run, honouring the brave officers who gave their lives in service to their communities. May their sacrifice never be forgotten. Run To Remember #RuntoRemember #HeroesinLife

On September 30, wear an orange shirt to honour Indigenous children and Survivors who were taken from their communities and families and forced to attend Indian Residential Schools. Ontario.ca/LearnTheLegacy #HonourTheChildren #EveryChildMatters #ODS #NDTR

There’s 1 month left of the #fire season. Here are some things you can do to make sure we end on a good note: - compost rather than burn - follow the time-of-day restrictions for outdoor burning - keep your fire small - stay with your fire Learn more: loom.ly/wow2vgU

Associate Minister Trevor Jones spoke at the Canadian Emergency Preparedness and Climate Adaptation Convention about the importance of being safe, practiced and prepared for any type of emergency or natural disaster. Read the plan: ontario.ca/SafeAndPrepared

Children can get nervous in unfamiliar situations. Add puzzles, books, or toys to your emergency kit to keep your kids entertained and calm in an emergency. Learn more: getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/kts/bsc-kt…

A tattoo is one way to remember to test your smoke alarm but it’s not for everyone. Get reminders and make your pledge to test your alarms monthly and get #SavedByTheBeep savedbythebeep.ca

We know no one likes being disturbed by loud noises but your smoke alarm has only one function: keeping you alive with loud noises. If your alarm is sounding it needs your attention. Make your pledge to test your alarms monthly and get #SavedByTheBeep savedbythebeep.ca