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Ontario wildland fire response – Minister’s statement July 20: facebook.com/share/p/19CES54…
ALT Ontario wildland fire response – Minister’s statement
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Ontarians impacted by wildland fires can call or text 2-1-1 or visit 211ontario.ca to get non-emergency info about available supports and services.
Our Ontario Corps partner, @211Ontario, is ready to answer the call 24/7.
ALT Ontario wildland fire evacuation update: Ontarians impacted by wildland fires can dial or text 2-1-1 to be connected to information, supports and services 24/7
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It’s National Lineworker Appreciation Day! Today we honour powerline technicians who work tirelessly through severe weather and outages, to get the job done. They are our front line partners who #ProtectOntario during emergencies. #NLAD
ALT Photo album of lineworkers
ALT Photo album of lineworkers
ALT Photo album of lineworkers
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Camping for #CanadaDay? To help prevent wildland fires, campfires should be at least 1 metre away from flammable materials and never left unattended.
Practice safe burning to #ProtectOntario: ontario.ca/page/how-prevent-…
ALT Icons of water droplet, flammable materials, tree branch and a person next to a fire. Text: Build a safe campfire. Have water close by. Keep 1 metre away from flammable materials. Keep 3 metres away from overhanging branches. Never leave unattended.
Today we recognize and celebrate the cultures, traditions & contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.
We remain committed to building meaningful relationships, supporting Indigenous-led SAR capacity, & working together through respect, learning & collaboration.
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As spring turns to summer solstice, Canada enters its busiest Search and Rescue season 🇨🇦 Before heading outdoors: 3Ts
Emergency? Call 911 ☎️ ( No charge for SAR in Canada)
☀️ Stay wildfire aware—follow advisories, closures, and fire bans.
Prepare, and adventure safely.
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Free online SAR awareness courses from @BorealRiver Rescue are now available exclusively for GSAR volunteers:
🧊 Ice Safety & Rescue
🌊 Whitewater Safety & Rescue
Thanks to @BorealRiver for supporting the GSAR community with free training.
Learn more: sarvac.ca/volunteer-resource…
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Happy Emergency Preparedness Week!
When we are #PreparedTogether, we #ProtectOntario! Watch Minister Dunlop’s message to kick off #EPWeek2026!
A descriptive transcript for this video is available by visiting the following link: transcript.ontarionewsroom.c…
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[3/3] Several municipal declarations of emergency remain in effect. Impacted Ontarians should:
· Follow local advisories
· Download WeatherCAN app or visit: weather.gc.ca
· Check @511Ontario for road info
· Exercise caution around rivers, riverbanks and shorelines.
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[2/3] Ontario is supporting impacted communities:
· 4k sandbags to Municipality of Central Manitoulin
· 4k sandbags to Township of Billings
· 30k sandbags to Midhurst & sandbagging machine in @simcoecounty
· Flood barriers to @DistrictMuskoka
· 50k sandbags to @cityoforillia
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[1/3] The Provincial Emergency Operations Centre is working with communities impacted by the recent flooding across Ontario.
We are providing sandbags, flood barriers & sandbagging equipment. We have deployed Ontario Corps to help Municipality of French River & @twpmindenhills.
ALT Icon of a car in a flood with a warning sign. Ontario Flooding Update
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Nominations for the 2026-27 Emergency Management Exemplary Service Award are open until April 30th!
Nominate an emergency management professional, group or a youth under 30 for their efforts to #ProtectOntario.
Visit ontario.ca/EMESA for details.
ALT Emergency Management Exemplary Service Award medallions. Text: Emergency Management Exemplary Service Award.
OSARVA is a proud member of Ontario Corps.
Ontario Corps is courage.
Safety and security of community residents affected by an emergency is crucial. From wellness checks to search and rescue, @osarva leaves no one behind.
Register. Train. Deploy. Join Ontario Corps and #ProtectOntario: ontario.ca/OntarioCorps
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Today is the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, a reminder that preparation saves lives.
Ontario is building for the future by growing Ontario Corps. If you’re interested in ensuring communities are stronger and safer before, during and after disasters - come join the cause. Visit ontario.ca/ontariocorps
Disaster risk reducation is at the heart of our mission, and our work continues every day.
#DisasterRiskReduction #EmergencyPreparedness #protectontario
Thank you to all involved!
🚨HWF Deployment Update 🚨Final rotations are wrapping up. Some volunteers returned to NS to face wildfires at home, while others remain in NL supporting communities👏Huge thanks to all responders for your resilience this wildfire season #HumanitarianWorkforce #WildfireResponse
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Pets can be impacted by the heat. Help keep your furry friends safe:
• Avoid walks during the hottest parts of the day
• Add essential pet supplies to your emergency kit like water, food & medication
For #ExtremeHeat safety tips, visit: Ontario.ca/page/Extreme-Heat #ProtectOntario
ALT Person and dog on a couch. Text: Be heat ready
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To protect the province, Ontario partners with organizations like the Ontario Search and Rescue Volunteer Association. This team helps out communities by providing critical support in search efforts. We're grateful for their support of our proposed Emergency Management Modernization Act. #OntarioCorps #PreparedOntario #protectontario
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Ontario is leading the way in emergency response.
Our government is welcoming 13 new best-in-class partners to Ontario Corps as part of our plan to protect Ontario.
From wildland fires to flooding, ice storms or whatever else may come our way, we’re investing in Team Ontario to support local communities and emergency responders.
Be a part of making a difference in your community – join Ontario Corps as a volunteer today -> ontariocorps.gov.on.ca/
#OntarioCorps #ProtectOntario #United #StrongerTogether #FirstResponders #Heroes
OSARVA retweeted
We've deployed Ontario Corps partners @osarva, @TeamRubiconCAN, @globalmedicdmgf, @salvationarmyon, @MDS_Respond & @FeedOntario to support communities affected by the ice storm with debris removal, hot meals & wellness checks.
Follow local municipalities for advisories. #ONstorm
ALT “I want to thank all the first responders, municipal workers, utility crews, and emergency management personnel who have been working around the clock to help support communities who have been hit hard by this weekend’s storm.” Jill Dunlop, Ontario Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Response