Tips On Protecting Yourself From Smoke Exposure During Wildfire Season
As with the past several years, it seems like a busy wildfire season is expected again. Here are some tips on how to protect yourself from smoke exposure.
Jubilee Parkway Construction Delays May 13-17
If you have business in the south end of Campbell River next week, be aware that there will be extensive delays on Jubilee Parkway due to construction delays. Crews are replacing culverts which will result in single lane alternating traffic with up to 20 minute waits. Construction will be underway from May 13-17 8am to 5pm.
Ligwildax History With Dr. Deidre Cullon
The Village of Sayward is hosting a talk on the history of First Nations from the region.
Dr. Deidre Cullon will be presenting on May 9th from 6pm to 730pm at the Kelsey Centre, 652 H’Kusam Way.
ICBC Issuing Rebates
ICBC announced today that due to a strong financial position, they are issuing rebates to many customers and holding basic insurance rates at the current level.
Learn more here => https://icbc.com/insurance/2024rebate
Emergency Preparedness Week
Emergency Preparedness Week is here!
PreparedBC is hosting a webinar on May 9, 2024 at 5:30pm (PDT).
Topics
How to prepare for emergencies
Preparedness tech tips
Exciting new resources
All participants will be entered to win a 4-person emergency kit!
There will be an opportunity for viewers to ask questions.
Register here: https://ow.ly/zhW450RvgCY
Original post here => https://www.facebook.com/share/p/KpZVMxtSDwr8mZwp/?mibextid=oFDknk
Preparing for Wildfires Community Sessions on Wednesday May 8th
Join the Strathcona Regional District for ‘Preparing for Wildfires’ Community Sessions on Wednesday May 8th for Emergency Preparedness Week
Session #1 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm in the gymnasium at the Kelsey Centre
Or Session #2 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm at the Heritage Hall
Topics for Discussion
* How to reduce the damage of wildfires to your home and property
* Emergency notifications
* Evacuation Alerts and Evacuation Orders
* Emergency Support Services
* Community Resiliency Plan
No need to register in advance.
For more info, please contact Wildfire Risk Reduction Coordinator Bonnie Logan at wrr@srd.ca or 250-914-9234.
