Preparedness, Planning and Local Community Support
Good communication and proactive planning are key to reducing risk and improving outcomes during challenging situations.
Residents are encouraged to take time to prepare for potential emergencies by:
Northern Municipal Services is actively working to empower residents and subdivisions through developing preparedness checklists that help residents identify key items, supplies, and actions to consider as well as guidance materials outlining practical steps for emergency readiness.
These tools are designed to help residents feel confident, informed, and ready to respond.
Northern Municipal Services may also establish designated volunteer community contacts who will:
Local preparedness committees are groups of volunteer residents who champion local planning for emergencies. Committees are volunteer based, with community level and block level members. Committee members do not need formal training and do not need to be members of local home owner or cabin owner groups. These committees will communicate directly with Northern Municipal Services. Committees compile and provide local information, contacts, and communication plans which can be shared with Northern Municipal Services, Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency, and 911.
Residents are encouraged to take time to prepare for potential emergencies by:
- Understanding the risks that may affect our community
- Planning ahead for household needs
- Accessing timely and accurate information
- Staying connected with neighbors and community contacts
Northern Municipal Services is actively working to empower residents and subdivisions through developing preparedness checklists that help residents identify key items, supplies, and actions to consider as well as guidance materials outlining practical steps for emergency readiness.
These tools are designed to help residents feel confident, informed, and ready to respond.
Northern Municipal Services may also establish designated volunteer community contacts who will:
- Serve as local points of contact during preparedness discussions and events
- Assist with equipment inventory and readiness checks within the community
- Help share information and coordinate support when needed
Local preparedness committees are groups of volunteer residents who champion local planning for emergencies. Committees are volunteer based, with community level and block level members. Committee members do not need formal training and do not need to be members of local home owner or cabin owner groups. These committees will communicate directly with Northern Municipal Services. Committees compile and provide local information, contacts, and communication plans which can be shared with Northern Municipal Services, Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency, and 911.