Learn about Public Safety Canada
May 15th, 2016Learn about how Public Safety Canada engages at all levels during a crisis to ensure the best outcome for Canadians.
Responding to emergency events
If an emergency escalates beyond the capabilities of the provincial or territorial government, assistance may be provided by the federal government. Find out more about the process and the types of support that could be offered.
Government Operations Centre
The Government Operations Centre (GOC), housed at Public Safety Canada, leads and coordinates the federal response during a crisis on behalf of the Government of Canada.
Provincial and Territorial emergency management organizations
Provincial and territorial emergency management organizations (EMOs) are a good source of information about how to prepare for emergencies in your region.
Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements
The Government of Canada provides cost-shared financial assistance, administered by Public Safety Canada, to provincial and territorial governments to help with extraordinary costs incurred by large scale natural disasters.
Get Prepared
All Canadians have a role in building resilient communities, helping to keep hazards from becoming disasters, and in recovering from disasters when they do happen. Find out how to prepare for risks in your region.
Acts and Regulations
- Emergency Management Act
- Emergency Management Framework for Canada
- Federal Policy for Emergency Management
- Date modified:
- 2016-05-06