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This issue of HazNet, the magazine of the Canadian Risks and Hazards Network, focuses on the vital role of volunteers in emergency management and building community disaster resilience. The publication notes that mechanisms to manage surge capacity and

This study examines an aspect of wildfire disaster mitigation and recovery that has not been previously investigated. It seeks to analyse to what degree homeowners have actually adopted and implemented FireSmart measures to mitigate the risk of future

This document presents the outcomes of a survey conducted by the Calgary Chamber of Commerce with the aim to better understand the full impacts of the flood that occurred in 2013, and to assess both disaster mitigation efforts and flood recovery programs

This paper sets out 12 recommendations on actions the Government of Alberta can take to reduce the risk of flood damage to homes.

The purpose of this report is to understand the viability of overland flood insurance in Canada by considering the risks and opportunities for the property and casualty insurance industry. It addresses the gap in research on the topic utilizing structured

This agreement establishes a framework for both Canada and the United States to strengthen cooperation in order to more effectively prepare for, prevent, protect against, respond to, recover from and mitigate such events. Specific provisions related to

This collection of good practices shows how building the capacity of local institutions is key to sustaining disaster risk reduction, and demonstrates the immediate impact of local and national political commitments.

A variety of factors can cause emergencies, such as natural disasters or man-made disasters. Whatever the cause, Public Safety Canada works to reduce their impact.

Learn more about what Public Safety Canada is doing in the following areas:

* Disaster