As the province continues to feel the impacts from climate change such as dramatic changes in temperatures, shifting rain patterns, extreme weather events, and increased floods and wildfires, it is ...

The Red River Floodway and Shellmouth Dam and Reservoir are provincial water infrastructure operated to provide flood protection and other benefits to Manitobans. In some years, operation of these ...

Funding for emergencies or disasters consists of several types: Disaster Financial Assistance that is that is established on a case-by-case basis after a natural disaster. Compensation provided for ...

Extreme heat events are serious. Especially as our climate changes. In 2021, Manitoba faced a record-breaking heat wave caused by a "heat dome." This is a high-pressure system that turns an area into ...

Check first with your insurance provider to review policy coverage. If your current provider doesn't offer adequate coverage, shop around! To qualify for DFA, your farm must: have yearly gross ...

Undertaking preparedness activities for their departments or agencies. Working with their stakeholders to understand potential impacts and to identify preparedness options. Creating emergency plans ...

Hazards are unpredictable events or situations that have the potential to cause harm to people, property, and the environment. Hazards are often classified as natural, human-caused, or technological.

A career in emergency management can be both challenging and rewarding. Here is what you can expect in this field: It is important to note that your experiences will vary depending on your role, ...

Emergency management uses a comprehensive approach to address natural, human-caused, and technological disasters and emergencies. Emergencies and disasters are continuing to increase in their ...

The Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) program assists non-profit organizations (also known as not-for-profit or NPOs) by providing financial support after a disaster. To process your DFA claim, ...

After an emergency or disaster has occurred, local authorities should begin implementing long-term recovery efforts. Local authorities are responsible for assessing any damages and overseeing the ...

Four operating guidelines govern the operation of the Red River Floodway. Guidelines 2, 3, and 4 can raise water levels above natural at the floodway channel inlet, causing artificial flooding. In ...