Emergency Preparedness Week: May 3 to 9, 2026

Emergency Preparedness Week takes place May 3 to 9, 2026, and this year’s theme, “Prepared Together,” highlights how preparedness is strongest when neighbours, community groups, municipalities, and organizations work together to support one another and protect Ontario. 

Being prepared isn’t just about what supplies you have. It's about working together, so we can collectively respond to and recover from emergencies better.  

The 2026 Emergency Preparedness Week theme, “Prepared Together,” recognizes the vital role relationships and community connections play before, during, and after an emergency. 

“Preparedness is not something we do alone,” said Fire Chief Ed Thiessen. “When families and neighbours take steps to plan ahead and look out for one another, our entire community becomes stronger and more resilient. Prepared together, LaSalle is better equipped to face any emergency.” 

Community preparedness starts with you 

If you are prepared for an emergency, you will be better able to support others in your community. Strong, prepared communities begin with individuals who take action. 

Know your community: When an emergency or disaster happens, the first help often comes from the people closest to you, your neighbours. Building relationships with those around you before an emergency can lead to a faster response and a smoother recovery. 

Start by having simple conversations with your neighbours about: 

• Possible hazards in your area
• How prepared your homes are
• Neighbours who may need extra help (such as seniors, people with disabilities, or families with young children) 

Know the hazards: Hazards vary from region to region. Knowing the hazards that are most likely to happen in your community can help you focus your preparedness actions.  

Common hazards in LaSalle include: 

• Severe weather (winter storms, extreme cold, heat waves, thunderstorms)
• Flooding
• Power outages
• Tornadoes
• Major fires