As Canada grapples with the escalating frequency and severity of natural hazards, there is a pressing need for a comprehensive and unified approach to emergency management. The existing system suffers from fragmentation and systemic obstacles that hinder effective responses to evolving weather events. To address these challenges, the Government of Canada has announced the groundbreaking $1.6 billion Emergency Management Framework, including the establishment of a National Risk Profile. In response to this initiative, the Canadian Emergency Preparedness and Climate Adaptation Convention (CEPCA 2024) emerges as a pivotal platform for fostering collaboration and innovation. This nationally endorsed convention aims to integrate expertise from diverse sectors, including federal departments, provinces, territories, municipalities, Indigenous organizations, academia, private enterprises, and non-governmental entities.
CEPCA 2024 adopts a forward-looking perspective, envisioning a resilient, evidence-based, and all-hazards approach to emergency management. The convention will feature a strategic and technical conference, complemented by poster sessions, short courses, and workshops. Moreover, a major exposition will showcase live equipment, cutting-edge technology, and essential services across specific pavilions.
Attendees can anticipate engaging in televised town hall forums and technical tours, offering insights into the latest products, technologies, and projects shaping emergency preparedness and climate adaptation efforts. With over 400 exhibitors, 1,500 delegates, and 200 speakers—including Chiefs, Ministers, Mayors, elected officials, and North American business leaders—CEPCA promises a convergence of insights, solutions, and partnerships.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Toronto in 2024, CEPCA presents an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to building a stronger and more resilient Canada. Don’t miss your chance to join the conversation and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of emergency management and climate adaptation.
