Hazards and Emergencies
Across Canada, we face a number of hazards, which can vary from region to region. Knowing what to do is an important part of being prepared. Find out about risks in your region and how to prepare for different situations.
Canadians should also be aware that other hazards can trigger emergencies that may affect them. These emergencies could be bomb threats, chemical spills or infectious disease outbreaks.
On these pages, you will find practical information on what to do in case any of these specific emergencies should occur.
Hazards
- Avalanches
- Earthquakes
- Extreme cold
- Extreme heat
- Floods
- Hurricanes
- Landslides
- Permafrost degradation
- Space weather
- Storm surges
- Tornadoes
- Tsunamis
- Wildfires
- Winter storms
Other emergencies
- Bomb threats
- Chemical releases
- Pandemic influenza (Public Health Agency of Canada)
- Radiological and nuclear emergencies
- Suspicious packages
- Power outages
Regional information
- Alberta
- British Columbia
- Manitoba
- New Brunswick
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Ontario
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Saskatchewan
- Yukon
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