The Ready Squad: Emergency Preparedness for a Changing Climate (Gr. 4-6)

Calgary Emergency Management Agency presents The Ready Squad - Emergency Preparedness for a Changing Climate (Grades 4-6)

Weather related events are intensifying due to climate change. These events include: tornadoes, floods, drought, extreme heat, winter storms and summer storms. There are actions you can take to keep yourself, your family and your community safe! In this workshop students will analyze different disaster hazards and their connection to climate change, learn various actions they can take to increase their safety and discover ways they can share the important message of emergency preparedness. Through hands-on activities, students will be equipped with the knowledge, awareness and skills allowing them feel confident and prepared for disasters and emergencies in Calgary.

Please have your students complete the Ready Squad E-course before attending this session. This free e-course takes 20 minutes to complete, is free, fun, and will teach your students about the risks, what they can do to prepare, what they can do to stay safe, and what the can expect after and emergency. Available at www.calgary.ca/readysquad

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About the Mayor's Environment Expo

The annual Mayor's Environment Expo is held in conjunction with National Environment Week with the goal to empower and educate Calgary’s youth to practice and promote environmental actions, shaping a healthier and greener city for tomorrow.