Events

The BC Earthquake Alliance will be hosting the 12th Annual ShakeOutBC earthquake drill this year. Living in an earthquake region means people of British Columbia 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... Read more

Dr. Lucinda Leonard, PhD '06, an Assistant Professor in the UVic School of Earth and Ocean Sciences, will present her latest research on earthquake sources in our region. Her talk will highlight newly discovered active faults that cross Vancouver Island and the Salish Sea. The presentation will be followed by... Read more

Join us at the Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity Conference in Penticton, BC! More event details to follow.

Sign-up link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CYhk680_T5i-wMxx_5hQcQ#/registration

Emergency preparedness week takes place during the first week of May, and is an opportunity to learn how to keep yourself, your family, and your community safe. 2025 theme: Be Prepared. Know Your Risks. 

The official proclamation has been issued. We celebrate everyone in individuals, schools communities and organizations who work hard to build emergency preparedness capacity and increase resilience so that people in British Columbia are protected in their homes, workplaces, communities, and neighbourhoods during earthquakes.

Join our Earthquake Webinar for everyone and hear directly from earthquake experts! We'll be happy to answer any questions you may have. How do I prepare for an earthquake? What should I expect during an earthquake? How can I stay safe during a tsunami? Please send your questions to info@shakeoutbc.ca.... Read more

The BC Earthquake Alliance will be hosting the 15th Annual ShakeOutBC earthquake drill this year. Living in an earthquake region means people of British Columbia 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... Read more