Province investing in emergency equipment and training to protect communities
NEWS
NORTH MIDDLESEX —The government is taking action to protect Ontario by investing $50,000 in The Municipality of North Middlesex to help prepare for and respond to emergencies. Funding is being delivered through the Community Emergency Preparedness Grant (CEPG), which strengthens emergency preparedness by helping communities improve their local resilience.
“I’m pleased to see our government investing in North Middlesex to strengthen local emergency readiness. This funding will equip the municipality with the tools, training, and resources needed to respond effectively to severe weather and other unexpected situations. It’s an important step in helping protect residents and ensuring the community is well-prepared for whatever challenges may arise,” said Steve Pinsonneault, MPP for Lambton–Kent–Middlesex.
The Municipality of North Middlesex will use this funding to acquire emergency supplies for its EOC and reception centres, two way radios, chainsaws and safety gear, road closure signs and barricades, storage for cots, emergency management training, and an updated and digitized Emergency Response Plan to strengthen preparedness and response to extreme weather.
The project will address winter storms, extreme cold and heat, severe storms, lightning, tornadoes, and other hazardous weather events by providing essential tools, equipment, and training needed for effective emergency operations.
“This investment is a great step forward in strengthening North Middlesex’s ability to respond to emergencies and protect our residents. By enhancing our equipment, training, and overall preparedness, we are building a more resilient community that is ready to face severe weather and other challenges with confidence. I want to thank the province for supporting our efforts to keep our community safe,” said Brian Ropp, Mayor of North Middlesex.
“Our government is strengthening the readiness of local communities and organizations to better prepare for any type of emergency,” said Jill Dunlop, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Response. “Whether it’s modernizing an emergency operations centre or investing in a generator to power a warming centre during a winter storm, these investments help to protect communities across Ontario.”
QUICK FACTS
- The CEPG supports small- to medium-sized municipalities, local services boards, First Nations communities, Tribal Councils and Indigenous service organizations.
- Recipients were selected through a rigorous and competitive review process.
- Since the program launched in 2023, the province has invested $15 million to provide 342 recipients with grants.
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