Emergency Preparedness in Canada (EPIC) Podcast

In this episode of EPIC Podcast (Emergency Preparedness in Canada), we explore the origins of public alerting as we know it in Canada, and where it might be going. We will also talk to Tim Trytten to find out what makes a good public alert message, and how you know if you're doing it right. All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podcast: Current, Relevant, Canadian.

In this special NYE 2017 episode, we put down the champagne long enough to remember some of the major Disasters, Incidents, and Emergency Management notables of 2017, and make some wild assumptions about what might be coming up for us in 2018. All this and more on this episode of EPIC podcast: Current, Relevant, Canadian

EPIC Podcast presents a very special commemorative episode remembering the Halifax disaster of 100 years ago, and asking the sometimes worrying question: What, if anything, have we learned? We are very proud to feature interviews from Dan Bedell from the Canadian Red Cross, Barry Manuel who is the Emergency Management Coordinator for Halifax Regional Municipality, Dale Bodnarchuk our explosives ex...

On this episode of EPIC podcast (Emergency Preparedness In Canada), we explore the complexities and unique challenges facing campus Emergency Managers, and have the chance to talk with Bob Maber, the Director of Emergency Management at the University of Calgary. All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podcast. Current, Relevant, Canadian. *Addition: If you'd like to find out more about the UofC...

In this 'In Case You Haven't Read It' episode, EPIC podcast reviews the recently released 3rd Edition Emergency Management Framework for Canada. What does this formative federal document mean for EM professionals, and is it even useful? All this and more on this episode of EPIC podcast. Current, Relevant, Canadian.

Episode 9 - Profession and Purpose Part 2 - Featuring the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM). In this episode we speak to Greg Solecki, the current President of IAEM Canada about the associations role in the progression of the Emergency Management Profession. All this and more on this episode of EPIC podcast - Current, Relevant, Canadian

In this episode, we review the recent KPMG report on the 2016 Alberta Wildfires, providing an overview, and a review of its contents, applicability, and some key take-homes for the Emergency Management Professional. All this and more on this episode of EPIC podcast: Current, Relevant, Canadian

In this episode of EPIC Podcast, we discuss the issue of spontaneous volunteers in the disaster context, and a potential Canadian approach to their management. We are also very excited to present our interview with Matt Godsoe, who has written extensively on the topic. All this an more on this episode of EPIC Podcast: Current, Relevant, Canadian

The field of Emergency Management is undergoing a rapid phase of professionalization. Listen as Jack Lindsay, an Associate Professor at Brandon University for the ADES program, discusses some of the issues surrounding professionalization, who we should aspire to be as Emergency Managers, and how to get there. All this and more on this episode of EPIC Podcast: Current, Relevant, Canadian

In Episode 5 of EPIC Podcast, Josh and Grayson go head to head to try and decide if declaring a public health emergency is the right call for provinces battling the sudden rise in opioid-related deaths. Is it an emergency? Does it warrant an emergency declaration? Find out all this and more on this episode of EPIC podcast - Current, Relevant, Canadian.

Emergency Preparedness in Canada Podcast brings you Episode 4 in which we explore some of the tips, tricks, and challenges associated with providing responders with mental health support during a disaster. We also have an interview with Nate Pike, who was a member of the peer support group deployed during the 2016 Fort McMurray wildfires. All this and more on this episode of EPIC podcast: Current,...

Relative Rightness, a quick look at some of the contrasting ethical theories employed in disaster decision making, and a special interview with Clinical Ethicist Katherine Duthie. All this and more on EPIC Podcast: Current, Relevant, Canadian.

In this episode we discuss tips for managing mass gatherings, and speak to Neal Stubbs, the Logistical Coordinator for the Calgary Public Safety Unit.

The first attempt at a podcast from EPIC podcast - Emergency Preparedness in Canada - Current, Relevant, Canadian. Join us as we explore the history of EM in Canada, and pay tribute to it's roots in Civil Defence.