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Day-to-day, the B.C. Government is available to respond to emergency calls from local governments and emergency personnel through the Provincial Emergency Program emergency coordination centre — staffed 24/7.
Provincial Emergency Program
The Provincial Emergency Program (PEP) is a division of the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General, Emergency Management BC. PEP works with local governments year round, providing training and support before, during and after emergencies.
Local Government / First Nations
All local governments are required under provincial legislation to have emergency plans in place. These plans must identify the known hazards in each community, how the community will respond to a given hazard and evacuation procedures. PEP assists local governments in developing these plans and provides training for emergency management personnel.
Individuals
While the Province and local governments do a great deal of work to protect public safety, emergency preparedness begins with the individual. It is important for all British Columbians to be prepared by having an emergency kit in their homes and vehicles. Emergencies can happen anytime and individuals should be prepared to manage on their own for at least 72 hours.
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