Standard on emergency measures: Public review draft
The Accessibility Standards Canada is requesting public input on the proposed standards on emergency measures for people with disabilities. The deadline for submission of suggestions is December 13, 2023. The link for accessible copies of the draft is available here: https://accessible.canada.ca/can-asc-5-1
Modernizing BC’s Emergency Management legislation
On October 3, 2023, when BC’s legislative assembly resumes meeting the revised “Modernized Emergency and Disaster Management Act” will be considered for first reading. Further information is noted on this page alongside the collaboration with BC’s Association of Emergency Managers (BCAEM) to conduct webinars going over the legislation. Subscribe to receive email address at this page: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-management/emergency-management/legislation-and-regulations/modernizing-epa#
To follow the progress of the bill, visit the BC’s Legislative Assembly page: https://www.leg.bc.ca/parliamentary-business/legislation-debates-proceedings/40th-parliament/5th-session/bills/progress-of-bills