Emergency Preparedness

Although rare, you can protect yourself and your family during an emergency or disaster by knowing what to do ahead of time. York Region’s Emergency Preparedness Guide is a comprehensive resource that teaches residents about:

  • What to do in the following emergencies most likely to occur in York Region:
  • Hazardous materials incidents
  • Severe weather
  • Power outages
  • Health emergencies
  • Floods
  • What to do before an emergency:
    • Develop an emergency plan for you and your family
    • Create an emergency kit, that includes food and water supplies
    • Plan for your pets
  • What to do during an emergency:
    • Prepare your home
    • Evacuate and return home, with care taken
  • What to do after an emergency:
    • Cope with a disaster
    • How you can help others
    • Insurance considerations

The Emergency Preparedness Guide for Senior Citizens and People with Disabilities and/or Special Needs provides additional information about:

  • Mobility
  • Vision
  • Hearing
  • Non-visible disabilities
  • Seniors with special needs
  • High-rise building safety
  • Travel considerations

Visit Emergency Management to learn more about York Region’s plans and programs for responding to emergencies.

Business Continuity Planning / Emergency Preparedness

Help your business be more prepared for emergencies. Construct a plan for your business and employees to get through disasters or business interruptions using these tools:

Why does my business need a continuity plan?

Disasters big and small happen without warning, and being unable to provide your products and services to your customers can seriously hurt your business reputation. Having a plan in place before a disruption can make for a more effective response and faster recovery. With a plan in place, your business is better equipped to:

  • Remain competitive by staying open for business
  • Reduce any financial losses you may experience
  • Identify the weaknesses within your business
  • Improve your dealings with banks, creditors, investors and insurers by showcasing your business resilience
  • Protect staff and customers from harm

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