Proclamation - Emergency Preparedness Week (May 7-13, 2023)

Whereas Emergency Preparedness Week is a national awareness initiative that has taken place annually since 1996; and

Whereas Emergency Preparedness Week encourages Canadians to take three simple steps to become better prepared to face a range of emergencies:

1. Know the risks
2. Make a Plan
3. Get an Emergency Kit; and

Whereas this awareness initiative is a collaborative event undertaken by the provincial and territorial emergency management organizations supporting activities at the local level in conjunction with Public Safety Canada and partners; and

Whereas the Town of Arnprior Fire Prevention Office has been raising awareness throughout the community in support of Emergency Preparedness Week; and

Now Therefore, I, Lisa McGee, Mayor of Arnprior, do hereby proclaim May 7-13, 2023 as Emergency Preparedness Week in the Town of Arnprior, and encourage all residents to learn more about preparing for an emergency (know the risks, make a plan, get an emergency kit) and understand the importance of emergency preparedness.

Lisa McGee, Mayor
Town of Arnprior