Emergency Preparedness Week 2025: May 4 - 10
Be Prepared. Know Your Risks.
Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week) is an annual, nationwide event coordinated by Public Safety Canada (PSC) in partnership with the provinces, territories, and other partners to encourage Canadians to become better prepared for emergencies. EP Week always occurs the first week of May, with this year's event running from May 4 to 10th.
Emergency preparedness is an ongoing journey that is built over time and unique for everyone. EP Week is an opportunity to spotlight emergency preparedness nation-wide and use your knowledge as community leaders to break preparedness down in a way that makes sense for all Albertans:
- Get and stay informed
- Know the risks
- Make a plan
- Gather supplies and build a kit
- Make community connections
Public Safety Canada's three-year theme cycle helps organizations plan strategically and maximize existing content. As we enter the final year of the 'Be prepared. Know your risks' theme, it's time to reinforce key messages and build on past efforts.
Risks vary by region but understanding them is key to preparedness. Whether you’re creating materials, hosting events, or engaging online, this theme encourages individuals to act in preventing, mitigating, and preparing for local risks. Consider how to incorporate it into your campaign this year.