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Alberta emergency plan 2022

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This plan ensures effective emergency management in Alberta through an emergency management system dedicated to preparing for, responding to, recovering from and building resilience to emergencies... More ≫

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This plan ensures effective emergency management in Alberta through an emergency management system dedicated to preparing for, responding to, recovering from and building resilience to emergencies and disasters.

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Provincial Recovery Framework

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The Provincial Recovery Framework provides strategic direction for how the Government of Alberta will organize, coordinate resources and collaborate with stakeholders to support provincial... More ≫

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The Provincial Recovery Framework provides strategic direction for how the Government of Alberta will organize, coordinate resources and collaborate with stakeholders to support provincial recovery efforts following disasters. It includes an overview of principles and governance structures that will guide and support government decision-making and recovery activities, and the identification of key stakeholders and their roles and responsibilities in recovery.

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AEMA online training : changes to access

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This fact sheet provides detailed information about changes to the Alberta Emergency Management Agency online training model and how the changes will effect audiences.

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Frequently asked questions : emergency management legislative review

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Provides summary information on government's update to Alberta's emergency management legislative framework, including changes to the Emergency Management Act and introduction of the Local... More ≫

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Provides summary information on government's update to Alberta's emergency management legislative framework, including changes to the Emergency Management Act and introduction of the Local Authority Emergency Management Regulation.

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Local Authority Emergency Management Regulation summary

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The Local Authority Emergency Management Regulation, which is in force as of January 1, 2020, provides direction on emergency management roles and responsibilities and what is required of... More ≫

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The Local Authority Emergency Management Regulation, which is in force as of January 1, 2020, provides direction on emergency management roles and responsibilities and what is required of municipalities to plan and prepare for the safety of their community. This fact sheet summarizes the regulation's requirements for emergency advisory committees, emergency management agencies, regional collaboration, and emergency management plans and exercises.

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Alberta’s pandemic influenza plan

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Alberta’s Pandemic Influenza Plan (APIP) is a provincial strategic plan jointly developed by Alberta Health, Alberta Health Services (AHS), and the Alberta Emergency Management Agency (AEMA) to... More ≫

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Alberta’s Pandemic Influenza Plan (APIP) is a provincial strategic plan jointly developed by Alberta Health, Alberta Health Services (AHS), and the Alberta Emergency Management Agency (AEMA) to guide response and recovery, with an emphasis on how these organizations work together. Pandemic influenza planning and preparedness activities are equally important and are incorporated into all-hazards planning as a continuing part of the emergency management cycle.

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New developments in emergency preparedness in Alberta

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Following the 2011 Slave Lake wildfires, the Alberta government introduced several changes to Alberta's emergency preparedness system in Alberta under government's plan to improve public safety... More ≫

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Following the 2011 Slave Lake wildfires, the Alberta government introduced several changes to Alberta's emergency preparedness system in Alberta under government's plan to improve public safety governance. Many were already in development or being planned. The recommendations in the KPMG report Lesser Slave Lake Regional Urban Interface Wildfire Lessons Learned Report align with these initiatives.

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Exercise design 100

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This guide provides an introduction to the principles, concepts, and terminology needed to be a participant in an emergency management exercise program, with the goal of serving as a... More ≫

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This guide provides an introduction to the principles, concepts, and terminology needed to be a participant in an emergency management exercise program, with the goal of serving as a nationally-recognized beginner's guide to exercise design.

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Review of Alberta's response to the 2009 H1N1 influenza pandemic

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The influenza pandemic outbreak experienced in 2009 was recognized as an opportunity to review Alberta’s plans and preparedness and determine what could be improved in a future response to another... More ≫

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The influenza pandemic outbreak experienced in 2009 was recognized as an opportunity to review Alberta’s plans and preparedness and determine what could be improved in a future response to another pandemic or other public health emergency. The Health Quality Council of Alberta (HQCA) was asked to conduct a review of the Alberta response. The review focused on the activities of Alberta Health and Wellness, Alberta Health Services and Alberta Emergency Management Agency. The review revealed many good outcomes and commendable practices from Alberta’s response to the pandemic which should continue in future responses to public health emergencies. It also identified systemic shortfalls that limited Alberta’s ability to respond effectively. The report makes 18 recommendations to address these shortfalls.

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Government of Alberta department consequence management plan

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A consequence management plan defines the role of a department or agency of the Government of Alberta (GoA) in the emergency management process used for any emergency / disaster in Alberta. It... More ≫

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A consequence management plan defines the role of a department or agency of the Government of Alberta (GoA) in the emergency management process used for any emergency / disaster in Alberta. It establishes the Department's policies, concepts and protocols for the implementation of an emergency management system.

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