BC Earthquake Alliance

BC MSA and PWABC 5th Joint Annual Conference & Tradeshow
2023-09-26 - 2023-09-27 | Penticton Lakeside Resort & Conference Centre, 21 Lakeshore Dr W, Penticton, BC, V2A7M5, Canada
JAC2023 is the only interdisciplinary conference dedicated to Occupational Health and Safety and Public Works. Our annual conferences have brought together a unique mix of experts and professionals and with over 400 participants from across BC #JAC2023 will continue that tradition.
Networking: Expand and maintain contacts with your peers, clients and vendors with the same business focus and challenges you experience. Participate in one or more of many networking events in a unique and beautiful city.
Education & inspiration: Explore current best practice principles, recent tools, and techniques. Learn about cutting-edge practice. Attend and participate in stimulating and thought-provoking discussions.
Options: Choose from numerous and diverse education sessions, ranging from interdisciplinary approaches to topic-specific workshops.

QUESTIONS OR NEED ASSISTANCE?
BCMSA and PWABC 2023 Secretariat
c/o Venue West Conference Services
PO Box 98144, Yaletown RPO
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 2Z7
P: 604.681.5226 | E: jac2023@venuewest.com

Emergency Preparedness Workshop – West Vancouver Memorial Library
2023-10-12 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr, West Vancouver, BC, V7V 1J8, Canada
In advance of the Great British Columbia Shakeout on October 19, join BC Earthquake Alliance Chair Naomi Yamamoto, Great BC Shakeout volunteer Jocelyn Hewson, and a representative from North Shore Emergency Management for a session that will offer tips to help individuals, organizations, and neighbourhoods be more resilient in the event of an earthquake or other emergency.
Offered in partnership with the BC Earthquake Alliance and North Shore Emergency Management.

The Great BC ShakeOut Week
2023-10-14 - 2023-10-20
The Great BC ShakeOut week

October 14th to 20th

More info coming soon

Ask an Expert
2023-10-18 19:00 - 20:00 UTC
ShakeOutBC is hosting a virtual “Ask an Earthquake Expert” webinar! This session will help individuals, families and organizations learn how to be safe when the earth shakes! Panelists include two (2) earthquake seismologists, emergency preparedness experts and a representative from BC Hydro and Fortis BC.

When: Oct 18, 2023 07:00 PM Vancouver
Topic: Great BC ShakeOut Ask an Expert Webinar
Register in advance for this webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1GFv890pTo6zvF-aawuvlg

The Great BC ShakeOut
2023-10-19 10:19 - 10:20 UTC
The Great BC ShakeOut! “Drop, Cover and Hold On” on October 19 at 10:19 am.
SAVE THE DATE
This is the day millions of people worldwide will practise how to “Drop, Cover and Hold On” during Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drills.

Emergency Preparedness Speaker Series - BC Earthquake Alliance
2023-10-24 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Gordon Head Recreation Centre, Saanich, 4100 Lambrick Way, Victoria, BC, V8N 5R3, Canada
Event Information
The Emergency Preparedness Speaker Series is hosted by the Saanich Emergency Program and highlights emergency preparedness insights from subject matter experts.
The October session features Christine Buttkus of the BC Earthquake Alliance (BCEA). BCEA is a not-for-profit society whose mission is to build a culture of earthquake and tsunami preparedness, through efforts such as the Great British Columbia ShakeOut.
To register, call reception at Gordon Head Recreation Centre at 250.475.7100, or find more information here.

Organizer
Saanich Emergency Program

BCEA Virtual Community of Practice - Earthquake and Tsunami Preparedness
2023-11-28 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
Virtual Community of Practice for groups and organizations sharing an interest in Earthquake and Tsunami Preparedness.
The first quarterly session will take place on November 28th. The next ones will be: Feb 27th, 2024 and Aug 27, 2024.
There is no charge for this session. Register for it here: https://lnkd.in/g34368u7

BCEA Virtual Community of Practice - Earthquake and Tsunami Preparedness
2024-02-27 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
This Virtual Community of Practice is for groups and organizations who share an interest in Earthquake and Tsunami Preparedness.
This session will take place on February 27th, 2024 at 1PM. The next one will be on May 28th, 2024.
There is no charge for this session.

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYpc-ytqjstH9MhgLjDVZSMHCgBgLo7jZcy
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Public Earthquake Preparedness Tour visits - Victoria
2024-04-10 12:00 - 16:30 UTC | Royal Jubilee Hospital, 1952 Bay St, Victoria, BC, V8R 1J8, Canada
Join us for Free Tsunami Preparedness Activities in Victoria

Dive into action with the Quake Cottage earthquake simulator—an essential step in safeguarding you and your loved ones from nature’s unpredictability.
Connect with local emergency management personnel and discover resources to fortify your family, organization, and community against disasters.
For more details, click the link below.
Preparedness Tour Victoria

Free Tsunami Preparedness Activities in Port Alberni
2024-04-12 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | Alberni Valley Multiplex, 3737 Roger St, Port Alberni, British Columbia, V9Y 8J4, Canada
Join us for Free Tsunami Preparedness Activities in Port Alberni
Dive into action with the Quake Cottage earthquake simulator—an essential step in safeguarding you and your loved ones from nature’s unpredictability.
Connect with local emergency management personnel and discover resources to fortify your family, organization, and community against disasters.
For more details, click the link below.
Preparedness Tour Port Alberni

Public Earthquake Preparedness Tour visits - Tofino
2024-04-13 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | Tofino Community Centre
Date: April 13
Time: 10:00a.m-1:00p.m.
Venue: Tofino Community Centre

More detail coming soon.

Tsunami Preparedness Week
2024-04-14 - 2024-04-20
High Ground Hike is a community event held during Tsunami Preparedness Week. This year, Tsunami Preparedness Week is from April 14th to 20th, 2024.
The BC Earthquake Alliance works to build a culture of earthquake and tsunami preparedness, through efforts such as the Great British Columbia ShakeOut.
SAVE THE DATE:
The purpose is to raise awareness about B.C.’s tsunami risk and give coastal residents an opportunity to practice reaching their tsunami safe zone.
Learn more about High Ground Hike by checking out this page: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-management/education-programs-toolkits/high-ground-hike

Public Earthquake Preparedness Tour visits - Ucluelet
2024-04-14 10:15 - 13:15 UTC
Join us for Free Tsunami Preparedness Activities in Ucluelet
Dive into action with the Quake Cottage earthquake simulator—an essential step in safeguarding you and your loved ones from nature’s unpredictability.
Connect with local emergency management personnel and discover resources to fortify your family, organization, and community against disasters.
This is a great community event to learn more about tsunami preparedness in our region.
We encourage the community to come out and join in the fun!
For more details, click the link below.
Preparedness Tour Ucluelet
Please check https://ucluelet.ca/34-community/district-office/emergency-management for details of High Ground Hike at 10:00a.m.

Public Earthquake Preparedness Tour visits - Delta
2024-04-19 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | North Delta Rec Centre (Upper Parking Lot), 11415 84 Ave, Delta, BC, V4C2L9, Canada
Join us for Free Tsunami Preparedness Activities in Delta
Learn more about earthquake and tsunami preparedness. Test your knowledge
at our interactive display and take part in educational activities. Meet local
emergency management personnel and learn about resources to help your family,
organization, and neighborhood be more resilient.

For more details, click the link below.

Preparedness Tour – Delta

Emergency Preparedness Week 2024
2024-05-05 - 2024-05-11

Ask-The-Experts Earthquake Webinar
2024-05-08 10:30 - 12:30 UTC
The BC Earthquake Alliance presents ShakeOutBC’s webinar, “Ask-The-Experts,” for your students (grades 5-12).
Register your class so your students can ask their questions to our experts: John Cassidy, Allison Bird, Jeri Grant, Anita Ansari, and Matthew Schneider.
Zoom Link for Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1G-PRE0xSeOT38zj7LCLtQ#/registration
ShakeOutBC “Ask-the-Experts” Earthquake Webinar Poster

BCEA Virtual Community of Practice - Earthquake and Tsunami Preparedness
2024-05-28 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
This Virtual Community of Practice is for groups and organizations who share an interest in Earthquake and Tsunami Preparedness.
This session will take place on May 28th, 2024 at 1PM. The next one will be on Aug 27, 2024.
There is no charge for this session.

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwvd-2vqT4uHdYXE0CpprQ_864NqWFoLa0Q
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

BCEA Virtual Community of Practice - Earthquake and Tsunami Preparedness
2024-08-27 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
This Virtual Community of Practice is for groups and organizations who share an interest in Earthquake and Tsunami Preparedness.
This session will take place on August 27th, 2024 at 1PM.
There is no charge for this session.

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkf-GorT8pHNYUswkmdQSNeZ6TZ0EgfPi8
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Union of BC Municipalities Convention
2024-09-18 | Vancouver Convention Centre East, 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C 3C1, Canada
The 2024 UBCM Convention will take place September 16 – 20 in Vancouver, BC at the Vancouver Convention Centre East, Fairmont Waterfront Hotel, and Pan Pacific Hotel.
Visit us in the exhibit hall on September 18th and 19th!

Personal Preparedness Community Fair
2024-09-26 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Join the Surrey Stake Self-Reliance/Emergency Preparedness committees at the Personal Preparedness Community Fair for FREE workshops and displays!
Register for workshops here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=DQSIkWdsW0yxEjajBLZtrQAAAAAAAAAAAAO__UsBvORUQ0pOVTBBOUFMWUQyS1VNUTcwTkdIUVJLNC4u

Langley Emergency Preparedness Workshop
2024-09-28 10:00 - 13:00 UTC
*This event is now full, thank you for your overwhelming interest. The next in-person event will be the Personal Preparedness Community Fair on November 2nd. View the event here: https://bcearthquakealliance.ca/event/personal-prepare…s-community-fair/
Join BCEA for a FREE workshop to kick off the 2024 Emergency Preparedness Workshop Series.
To reserve a seat, please sign up here: Registration link .This session is designed with participants from Langley, Surrey, Maple Ridge, Abbotsford, and Chilliwack in mind.
Drop ins are welcome space permitting.
This series will build on the success of the 2023 Emergency Preparedness Expo. During this interactive workshop, participants will increase their understanding of local risks and important emergency preparedness concepts. Takeaway resources will be provided. A light lunch courtesy of the Organizing Committee.

ShakeOut Week BC
2024-10-11 - 2024-10-19

Ask-theExperts Earthquake Webinar
2024-10-15 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver)
The ShakeOut BC organizing committee is hosting a virtual “Ask an Earthquake Expert” webinar!
Register to attend at: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xE6Hq1wHQcCxCgiJLzqcqQ#/registration

Public Education Fair, Downtown Vancouver
2024-10-17 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | Vancouver Convention Centre Plaza, 999 Canada Place, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C 3E1, Canada
Experience the Quake Cottage Earthquake Simulator in downtown Vancouver! On October 17th, learn about earthquake preparedness first hand.
The public education fair is open from 8:00a.m. to 2:00p.m at the Vancouver Convention Centre Plaza

Thank you to the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority for partnering with us in this event.

The Great BC ShakeOut 2024
2024-10-17 10:17 - 10:18 (America/Vancouver)
The BC Earthquake Alliance will be hosting the 12th Annual ShakeOutBC earthquake drill this year.
Living in an earthquake region means British Columbians need to be prepared and
know how to stay safe during and after an earthquake. Get ready to Drop, Cover, and Hold On! and join thousands of people on Thursday, October 17th, at 10:17AM!

Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity Conference
2024-11-18 - 2024-11-25 | Penticton, BC
Join us at the Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity Conference in Penticton, BC!
More event details to follow.

Virtual Community of Practice
2024-11-26 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver)
This Virtual Community of Practice is for groups and organizations who share an interest in Earthquake and Tsunami Preparedness.
This session will take place on November 26th, 2024 at 1PM.
There is no charge for this session.

Register in advance for this meeting:
Meeting Registration – Zoom
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Building Resilient Communities Conference
2025-02-12 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Penticton Convention Centre, 273 Power Street, Penticton, British Columbia, V2A 7K9, Canada
Building Relationships & Embracing Change
This conference brings diverse voices and perspectives together to build and nurture stronger, more resilient communities.

Virtual Community of Practice: Earthquake and Tsunami Preparedness
2025-02-25 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver)
This Virtual Community of Practice is for groups and organizations who share an interest in Earthquake and Tsunami Preparedness.
This session will take place on February 25th, 2025 at 1PM.
There is no charge for this session.

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkf-GorT8pHNYUswkmdQSNeZ6TZ0EgfPi8
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Tsunami Awareness and Preparedness Webinar for the Tourism Sector
2025-03-21 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver) | Online
Sign-up link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CYhk680_T5i-wMxx_5hQcQ#/registration
