Proclamation for Emergency Preparedness Week (May 5th to 11th, 2024)

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 2024 theme is “Be Prepared. Know Your Risks” to encourage Canadians to understand the risks in their area and learn what actions they can take to protect themselves and their families;

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 5th to 11th, 2024 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