Are You Prepared?
In times of crisis, preparation is key to protecting your business and community. The Kaslo & Area Chamber of Commerce has gathered essential local and provincial resources to help businesses plan for, respond to, and recover from emergencies. Whether it’s wildfires, floods, or other disruptions, these tools and guidelines will equip you with the knowledge and strategies needed to stay resilient and safeguard your operations.
Be prepared for the unexpected with the Business Continuity Planning (BCP) Tool from Community Futures. This free, easy-to-use resource helps businesses of all sizes develop customized plans to navigate emergencies and minimize disruptions. From risk assessments to recovery strategies, the BCP Tool provides step-by-step guidance to ensure your business stays resilient during times of crisis.
Explore the tool and start your plan today: https://www.communityfutures.ca/bcp
Be ready for emergencies with the 10 Steps to Prepare Your Business for Evacuation guide from the BC Economic Development Association. This comprehensive PDF offers practical steps to help businesses develop effective evacuation plans, ensuring safety and minimizing disruptions during emergencies. Download the guide to enhance your preparedness and protect your business and employees in critical situations.
Explore the guide here: 10 Steps to Prepare Your Business for Evacuation
For tourism-related emergencies, the Tourism Emergency Management Framework offers crucial guidance to help the industry navigate crises. Developed by Destination BC, this framework ensures that tourism operators have the tools and strategies needed to respond effectively during emergencies.
Ensure your business is ready for any emergency with resources from the Village of Kaslo Emergency Preparedness page. Find essential information, local emergency contacts, and preparedness tips to help you effectively plan for natural disasters, power outages, and other potential risks. Stay informed and protect what matters most with these valuable tools.
Learn more: https://kaslo.ca/p/emergency-preparedness
Stay prepared and informed with the RDCK Emergency Management resources. This page provides critical information on emergency plans, alerts, and services available across the region. From disaster preparedness to recovery assistance, the RDCK equips businesses and residents with the tools needed to respond effectively to emergencies. Ensure you’re ready for any situation with these comprehensive resources.
Learn more: https://www.rdck.ca/EN/main/services/emergency-management.html
Stay informed and receive real-time updates with the RDCK Emergency Alerts system. Sign up for notifications to stay ahead of emergencies such as wildfires, floods, and other critical incidents. This essential service helps businesses and residents act quickly, ensuring safety and preparedness in times of crisis.
Sign up and Learn more: https://www.rdck.ca/EN/main/services/emergency-management/emergency-alerts.html
Find current information during emergencies in B.C.
Follow on X (formerly twitter): @emergencyinfobc
Interactive Map: Click Here
Public Emergency Preparation and Recovery: Learn the hazards you need to plan for, how to build emergency kits and make a plan. Click here
Emergency Support Services: Providing basic supports to people who are evacuated during an emergency event. Click here
Find information relating to current BC Wildfire Conditions.
Main webpage: Click here
Stay informed and receive real-time updates with the RDCK Emergency Alerts system. Sign up for notifications to stay ahead of emergencies such as wildfires, floods, and other critical incidents. This essential service helps businesses and residents act quickly, ensuring safety and preparedness in times of crisis.
Sign up and Learn more: https://www.rdck.ca/EN/main/services/emergency-management/emergency-alerts.html
Bans & Restrictions: Click Here
Interactive Fire Conditions Map: Click Here
Smoke Forecast Map: Firesmoke.ca
Air Quality Forecast: Click Here
You can also download the app for real-time updates from your area.
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Kaslo & Area
Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 329
Kaslo, BC V0G 1M0
Email: thekaslochamber@gmail.com
With respect and gratitude the Kaslo & Area Chamber of Commerce acknowledges the ancestors and keepers of the land of the Sinixt, the Ktunaxa and Syilx peoples upon whose unceded territories we live, work and play.