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Unprepared Businesses Are at Risk

When planning for an emergency the rule of thumb is to plan for the "worst case scenario." Out here on the west coast we always hear all this earthquake talk...the big one is coming...expect the unexpected. Much of the concern centers on school safety, preparing a...

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Steps to Earthquake Safety

On October 17th, a locally-driven, world wide “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” drill will take place called The Great ShakeOut. All residents, agencies, businesses, and organizations across the world are encouraged to take part in the largest earthquake drill in history! ...

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Canadian Red Cross Launches a First Aid App

The official Canadian Red Cross First Aid app puts lifesaving advice in your hands. Available for Apple and Android mobile devices, the app helps you maintain your first aid skills and respond to everyday emergencies. By downloading the app on your smartphone or...

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Plan for the Worst…It Just Makes Common Sense

Some of my friends call me a pessimist.... I think I am a realistic, well-prepared person. Should there ever be a major disaster, or a minor one for that matter, I know my family and I might be on our own for days - maybe even weeks. I want to BE PREPARED. But then...

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SOS Emergency Response Technologies – Our New Look

Well, it was a long time coming and a lot of hard work but our new site www.sostech.ca is launched and looking great. You will notice easy to use features, slider bars, updated images and descriptions and the ability to purchase our Survival Kits on-line. We will...

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Father’s Day Gifts Ideas….Give the Gift of Safety

Every year I get stumped on what to buy my dad for father's day. This is the man who took care of me as a little girl and the man that kept me safe. So, I thought why not give him the gift of safety back. Here are some ideas: first aid kit earthquake kit roadside...

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Recent Pacific Rim Earthquakes Are a Reminder for BC: Is Your 72-Hour Emergency Kit Ready?

Recent Pacific Rim Earthquakes: Why BC Needs a 72-Hour Emergency Kit Recent earthquakes around the Pacific Rim have brought earthquake preparedness back into focus for families, businesses, schools, and workplaces across British Columbia. While earthquakes cannot be...

FIFA World Cup 2026 Is Coming to Vancouver – Is Your Business Prepared?

The FIFA World Cup 2026 Is Coming to Vancouver - Is Your Business Prepared? The FIFA World Cup 2026 is expected to bring major excitement, crowds, visitors, and business opportunities to Vancouver. BC Place will host seven FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, including Canada...

Emergency Preparedness Week 2026

Emergency Preparedness Week 2026: Be Prepared. Know Your Risks.Emergency Preparedness Week 2026 takes place May 3–9, 2026, with this year’s theme: “Be Prepared. Know Your Risks.” For workplaces across British Columbia, this is an important reminder that emergency...