The City of Victoria’s Emergency Management Division operates out of the Victoria Fire Department and is responsible for preparedness, planning, mitigation, response and recovery for major emergencies including fire, floods, earthquake, tsunami, extreme weather, etc. VictoriaReady encourages every person, business and organization to get prepared for emergencies. We offer expertise, free resources and materials, an emergency public notification system, volunteer opportunities and emergency preparedness workshops.
Emergency Preparedness Workshops
The City offers free VictoriaReady workshops to help you learn how to:
- prepare for emergencies
- make a plan
- get your emergency kit together
- connect with your community
Find and register for a workshop
If you are unable to register online, please call 250.920.3373 or email emvic@victoria.ca and provide your name, phone number and the session you wish to attend.
Book a Free Workshop for Your Group
If you would like to host one of the workshops listed below, please contact us.
- Emergency Preparedness Workshop for your business, community group or housing complex.
- Business Continuity Workshop to help prepare your business plan for emergencies and ensure critical functions are maintained.
Annual ShakeOutBC Earthquake Drill
The annual ShakeOutBC earthquake drill occurs on the third Thursday of October every year. Register with ShakeOutBC to participate.