EMO and Red Cross Alerts Every moment counts when lives are threatened by unexpected, destructive and potentially lethal weather events. Addressing wildfires, massive floods, ice storms and earthquakes, governments across Canada have EMOs that support disaster relief efforts.After a disaster, Canadians can expect recovery support from a variety of sources including their insurance companies; local, provincial and federal governments; and non-profit and non-governmental (NGO) agencies. Part of the world’s largest humanitarian network, the Canadian Red Cross is one NGO that brings together volunteers to care for people who are in need in disaster situations.Sources: Government of CanadaCanadian Red CrossEmergency 101 - EMOs Across Canada The Government of Canada maintains a list of EMO resources across the country. In the event of a disaster, your local EMO will take a leading role in a variety of first response operations. Find your local contacts below: Alberta Emergency Management AgencyTel: 780-422-9000 Toll-free: 310-0000 British Columbia Provincial Emergency ProgramTel: 250-952-4913 Toll-free: 1-800-663-3456Saskatchewan Emergency Management and Fire SafetyTel: 306-787-9563Manitoba Emergency Measures OrganizationTel: 204-945-4772 Toll-free: 1-888-267-8298Emergency Management OntarioTel: 416-314-3723 Toll-free 24-hour line: 1-877-314-3723Quebec - Ministére de la sécurité publique Toll-free Tel: 1-866-644-6826 General info (Services Québec): 1-877-644-4545 New Brunswick Emergency Measures Organization Tel: 506-453-2133 Toll-free 24 hour line: 1-800-561-4034Nova Scotia Emergency Management OfficeToll-free 24-hour line: 1-866-424-5620Prince Edward Island Emergency Measures OrganizationTel: 902-894-0385 After hours: 902-892-9365Yukon Emergency Measures OrganizationTel: 867-975-5403 Toll-free (within the Yukon): 1-800-661-0408Northwest Territories Emergency Management Organization Tel: 867-873-7538 Toll-free 24-hour line: 867-920-2303Nunavut Emergency ManagementTel: 867-975-5403 Toll-free 24-hour line: 1-800-693-1666Government of Canada Useful LinksCrisis Management - Auto InsuranceIn times of crisis, slowing down is often the best approach. A crisis can be weather related. Whether your vehicle has been damaged by water, wind, fire, ice or an earthquake, make sure you know what to do in the event of an emergencyCrisis Management - Home InsuranceFrom floods to fires to earthquakes, severe weather can damage your home. A home robbery or attempted break-in can put you, your family and your property, at risk. If you’re in a crisis situation that could affect the structure of your home or your own health, keep calm and seek alternate shelter immediately. Crisis Management - Business InsuranceA crisis can happen at any time, threatening an organization in a multitude of tangible and intangible ways. Following best practices in risk management – including creating a business continuity plan – can mean the difference between recovery and bankruptcy.