City services | May 8, 2023
May 7 to 13 is Emergency Preparedness Week across Canada, and the City of Mississauga wants to remind residents about the importance of emergency planning. Mississauga has a history of widespread emergencies, including the 1979 Train Derailment, 2003 Blackout, 2016 Hickory Drive Explosion, COVID-19 and more. Emergencies don’t always come with a warning but there are ways residents can be proactive by taking concrete actions to be better protect themselves, families and pets.
Residents interested in learning more about emergency preparedness can visit the lobbies of the following local community centres from May 8 to 12 from 1-6 p.m.:
Location | Date |
Churchill Meadows Community Centre | May 8 |
Clarkson Community Centre | May 9 |
Malton Community Centre | May 10 |
Meadowvale Community Centre | May 11 |
Mississauga Valley Community Centre | May 12 |
Mississauga’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM) staff will be onsite to provide information about emergency preparedness. Residents can ask questions, pick up educational pamphlets and a few additional takeaways.
“Emergency preparedness is an important conversation to have with your families, neighbours and community members throughout the year. Planning and education are essential components in maintaining public safety,” says Benjamin Gallagher, Manager, Office of Emergency Management (OEM). “We encourage residents to stay connected and informed. Get to know your neighbours, exchange contact information and pay attention to those who may be vulnerable as they may require extra assistance in times of need. Emergencies are everyone’s responsibility.”
Here’s how you can get involved and help Mississauga become safer:
Later this month, OEM will also be present at Toronto Pearson International Airport for an emergency training exercise with volunteers, emergency vehicles, airport equipment and personnel. OEM is involved with the airport exercise every year, along with other community partners, making this one of the many community engagement initiatives that help keep the city safe.
While many people may not want to discuss “what if” emergency scenarios, it’s important to plan ahead. Use Emergency Preparedness week to educate yourselves and others around you, including family, friends and neighbours.
For more information about emergency preparedness, read and share Mississauga’s Emergency Preparedness Guide.
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City of Mississauga Media Relations
media@mississauga.ca
905-615-3200, ext. 5232
TTY: 905-896-5151