North Shore Emergency Management

06/05/2026

Join us at the 8th annual North Shore Seniors’ Health Expo! We'll be hosting a booth and presenting, alongside West Vancouver Fire & Rescue.

This FREE event features exhibitors, speakers, and researchers focusing on cognitive, physical, social, financial, and nutritional well-being.

Date: Friday, June 19
Time: 9 AM to 3:30 PM
Location: Seniors’ Activity Centre | West Vancouver Community Centre
More info: westvancouver.ca/seniors

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06/04/2026

A test of the Alertable public emergency notification system will occur at 10 AM (Pacific time) on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.

In the event of an emergency, Alertable is one of the ways North Shore Emergency Management will send official emergency notifications and instructions to the public.

This test helps those who live, work and travel on the North Shore become familiar with alerts.

Learn more about Alertable at http://nsem.ca/alertable

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06/02/2026

Stage 3 water restrictions will come into effect on June 8.

Under Stage 3, lawn watering is still prohibited. Trees, shrubs, and flowers can be watered by hand or drip irrigation only —no sprinklers or soaker hoses. And there will be additional restrictions on filling pools/hot tubs, and washing surfaces, vehicles, and boats.

Visit metrovancouver.org/lawns for more information.

05/28/2026

We’re so excited to see NSEM included in the North Shore News “Kids Design the Ads” special feature with an awesome design created by Grade 4 students Mateo and Avery from North Vancouver School District Seymour Heights Elementary! 🎉

Their ad is based on the theme “A prepared community is a resilient community” and highlights hazards and emergency supplies to encourage emergency preparedness in our community.

Thank you, Mateo and Avery, for helping share the importance of preparedness in such a fun and inspiring way!

Be sure to check out the special feature and keep an eye out for their fantastic design 👏

05/26/2026

Making a home emergency plan is an important part of being prepared.

Knowing how you and the people you live with will respond during an emergency, like a wildfire, will help keep everyone focused and safe ✔️

Create your personalized emergency plan using our free interactive Emergency Ready planner: PreparedBC.ca/EmergencyReady

The online planner provides helpful prompts to tailor your plan to your unique needs, including considerations for people with disabilities ✔️

It works in any browser, and once complete, you can save your plan as a PDF or print it ✔️

Prefer to handwrite your plan? Download our PDF template: PreparedBC.ca/EmergencyPlan

Alt text: Person completing an emergency ready planner using a computer and a phone.

05/21/2026

Prepare your home for hot weather:

Install an air conditioner ✔️

BC Hydro offers instant rebates on select high-efficiency air conditioners and air purifiers: https://ow.ly/JZGU50YZHFK

Eligible medically vulnerable people in B.C. can also apply for one free air conditioner from BC Hydro: https://ow.ly/XBJM50YZHFJ

Install thermal curtains or window coverings ✔️

Even applying cardboard on the outside of your windows can make a difference.

Install a heat pump ✔️

Check out BC Hydro’s heat pump rebate: https://ow.ly/lZpI50YZHFI

More tips: PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat

Alt text: A home in a neighbourhood under strong sunlight.

05/14/2026

Long weekends are a great time to get outside and explore the North Shore and beyond. Whether you're camping, hiking, or heading out on the water, a little preparation goes a long way.

Before you go:
☑️Check weather and conditions
☑️Tell someone your plans
☑️Pack emergency supplies
☑️Be mindful of local restrictions and community guidelines
☑️Have a plan if conditions change

Being prepared helps keep your long weekend safe and enjoyable.

Looking for emergency preparedness tips? Visit nsem.ca.

City of North Vancouver West Van District North Vancouver District Squamish Nation Tsleil-Waututh Nation

05/14/2026

We're looking forward to meeting West Vancouver residents next week and walking through the key components of creating an emergency plan.

Fun fact: it doesn’t take long to make a plan and having one can provide a lot of peace of mind.

See you soon!

Join us for an interactive, hands-on session on building your own emergency plan, including identifying key contacts, emergency supplies, and next steps. You will leave informed and with a plan to keep yourself and your loved ones safe when it matters most.

Wednesday, May 20 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Welsh Hall

Register here: https://westvanlibrary.ca/event/ready-together-building-your-personal-emergency-plan/

This program is presented in partnership with North Shore Emergency Management.

05/08/2026

What a great Emergency Preparedness Week it has been! We’ve had the chance to connect with residents across the North Shore and talk about emergency preparedness.

One topic that sparked a lot of interest was evacuations, and how to prepare before you ever need to leave your home.

A few simple steps can make a big difference:

☑️Make and review your emergency plan
☑️Create an Emergency Support Services profile
☑️Sign up for Alertable
☑️Prepare grab-and-go bags
☑️Stay informed with trusted information sources
☑️Know your evacuation zone

To learn more about each step and to download the Be Ready to Evacuate brochure, visit https://nsem.ca/during-emergency/evacuations-on-the-north-shore/

City of North Vancouver West Van District North Vancouver District

05/05/2026

It’s Emergency Preparedness Week, and this year’s theme is simple: we’re in it together.

With warmer temperatures on the North Shore, now is a great time to check in on your neighbours, especially seniors, those living alone, or anyone who may need extra support during warmer weather.

While you’re at it, take a minute to get to know each other a bit better:
▪️Would they need help during an evacuation?
▪️Do they have pets that might need support?
▪️Would they need a ride if they had to leave quickly?

Emergencies can happen at any time, but knowing your neighbours means you won’t face them alone.

A quick check-in today can make a big difference tomorrow.

For more information, visit nsem.ca

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