Jan 29, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardEmergency Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda And Update
The Emergency Advisory Committee meeting addressed the strategic update of the city's emergency management program, focusing on the 2025 Provincial audit, recent training milestones, and the impact of new Provincial legislation on the current governance model. A key discussion point was the requirement to amend the Emergency Management Bylaw 6179 to ensure regulatory compliance with Bill 49, which mandates stricter definitions for emergency declarations and a duty to publish emergency orders. Additionally, the committee reviewed the updated Provincial funding model, Hazard Assistance and Resilience Program (HARP), which requires a legislated mandate for mitigation and recovery to maintain eligibility for 90% cost-sharing during disasters.