Public Safety Canada

Sending our gratitude to all firefighters, first responders, search and rescue, local government workers, volunteers, road crews, and everyone helping with the ongoing #wildfires in #Canada. We thank you for your service and dedication to keeping Canadians safe.

Worried about #Cyberbullying? Help support your child by learning the warning signs, keeping lines of communication open, and being ready to act if needed: canada.ca/en/public-safe…

Public Safety’s Canada Centre is a world leader in preventing radicalization to violence. Through research, partnerships, and community programs, we are building a safer, more resilient Canada. Learn more: publicsafety.gc.ca/cnt/bt/cc/inde…

The answer is D! The strongest tornadoes are associated with severe thunderstorms, often accompany heavy rain or hail, and generally occur between May and August. Get prepared here: getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/hzd/trnds-…

Anyone can be a target of #HumanTrafficking. It’s happening in communities across Canada. Get the facts on human trafficking: canada.ca/en/public-safe…

#TriviaTuesday – Which of the following is not a tornado warning sign?

If a #wildfire is approaching your home, you may need to evacuate. Remember to include pets and service animals in your evacuation plan and pack essential items such as medicine or copies of prescriptions. More info: getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/hzd/wldfrs…

“The Canadian Centre for Cyber Security published an alert to raise awareness of a cyber security issue, and the steps Canadian organizations should take to help mitigate it. For more information consult the latest alert.”

Sextortion is online blackmail where someone threatens to send a sexual image or video of a person to other people if the person doesn’t pay them or provide more sexual content. More: canada.ca/en/public-safe…

Canada welcomed Chilean firefighters who have arrived to help with the ongoing wildfires in #Alberta. Canada is deeply grateful to #Chile for its support to Canadians.

It’s important to drink water and stay cool during summer heat, because your body can’t function as well in high temperatures. Be prepared for the heat and check out: getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/hzd/xtrm-h…

If a #wildfire is approaching your home, you may have to evacuate. When preparing for evacuation, make sure your vehicle has enough fuel and that pets or service animals are included in your evacuation plans. More info: getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/hzd/wldfrs…

Drug-impaired driving can put you, your passengers, and anyone sharing the road with you in danger. Don’t drive high. More: canada.ca/en/campaign/do…

The ongoing wildfires have resulted in degraded air quality due to the smoke particles. Check to see if there is an air quality advisory for your community/region: weather.gc.ca/mainmenu/alert…

We are proud to have participated in the #YoungWomenInPublicSafety program last week with partners from @Safety_Canada, @rcmpgrcpolice, @CanBorder and @CSC_SCC_en.

Check the #AirQuality Health Index to find the level of health risk in your area caused by #wildfire #smoke: ow.ly/uvio50Wq2b6 Forecasts are issued twice a day, and current conditions are updated hourly. #StaySafe

Talking to your children about online dangers, personal safety, and boundaries can help protect them online. If you need tips on starting the conversation, check out this resource: canada.ca/en/public-safe…

Canada extends its heartfelt thanks to #NewZealand and to its firefighters and specialists who arrived in #Manitoba to help in wildfire response.