Events
Safety First Fair – University of Victoria in partnership with the District of Oak Bay
Petch Fountain - area in front of the McPherson Library 3800 Finnerty Rd, Victoria, BC, CanadaFrom forest fires to hurricanes to floods, emergencies have been in the news a lot lately. And it can feel pretty scary. Thankfully, UVic and our surrounding communities have lots of resources, services and supports to help keep you safe. Join ShakeOutBC for this Safety First Fair! We’re bringing emergency... Read more
BC MSA and PWABC 5th Joint Annual Conference & Tradeshow
Penticton Lakeside Resort & Conference Centre 21 Lakeshore Dr W, Penticton, BC, CanadaJAC2023 is the only interdisciplinary conference dedicated to Occupational Health and Safety and Public Works. Our annual conferences have brought together a unique mix of experts and professionals and with over 400 participants from across BC #JAC2023 will continue that tradition. Networking: Expand and maintain contacts with your peers, clients and... Read more
Songhees Nation’s South Island Powwow
Royal Athletic Park 1014 Caledonia Ave, Victoria, British Columbia, CanadaSeptember 30th marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The annual South Island Powwow is an opportunity to recognize Survivors and their families in the spirit of reconciliation. Through song and dance, we will celebrate traditional Indigenous cultures and resiliency. First Nations far and wide, have been welcomed to join... Read more
Emergency Preparedness Workshop – West Vancouver Memorial Library
West Vancouver Memorial Library 1950 Marine Dr, West Vancouver, BC, CanadaIn advance of the Great British Columbia Shakeout on October 19, join BC Earthquake Alliance Chair Naomi Yamamoto, Great BC Shakeout volunteer Jocelyn Hewson, and a representative from North Shore Emergency Management for a session that will offer tips to help individuals, organizations, and neighbourhoods be more resilient in the event of... Read more
The Great BC ShakeOut Week
The Great BC ShakeOut week
October 14th to 20th
More info coming soon
ShakeOutBC – Free Screening of San Andreas Movie
Shadbolt Centre for the Arts 6450 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby, BC, CanadaDiscover the REAL impacts of earthquakes and have fun getting ready for the annual ShakeOutBC earthquake drill hosted by the BC Earthquake Alliance! Join us for a free screening of the action/thriller movie San Andreas, starring Dwayne Johnson, featuring live scientific commentary from Alison Bird, Seismologist at Natural Resources Canada... Read more
Ask An Expert
ShakeOutBC is hosting a virtual “Ask an Earthquake Expert” webinar! This session will help individuals, families and organizations learn how to be safe when the earth shakes! Panelists include two (2) earthquake seismologists, emergency preparedness experts and a representative from BC Hydro and Fortis BC. When: Oct 18, 2023... Read more
The Great BC ShakeOut
The BC Earthquake Alliance will be hosting the 12th Annual ShakeOutBC earthquake drill this year. Living in an earthquake region means British Columbians need to be prepared and know how to stay safe during and after an earthquake. Get ready to Drop, Cover, and Hold On! and join thousands of... Read more
High Ground Hike – ShakeOut BC / PreparedBC
ShakeOutBC and PreparedBC are excited to join Pacheedaht First Nation for the High Ground Hike again this year!
High Ground Hike
ShakeOut BC and Prepared BC will be joining Pacheedaht First Nation for the High Ground Hike again this year!
Emergency Preparedness Expo at Heritage Acres
Heritage Acres 7321 Lochside Drive, Saanichton, BC, CanadaEmergencies can happen at any time, and the District of Central Saanich is inviting the public to its first Emergency Preparedness Expo on Sunday, May 5, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at Heritage Acres, 7321 Lochside Drive
Ask-The-Experts Earthquake Webinar
Register your class so your students can ask their questions to our experts: John Cassidy, Allison Bird, Jeri Grant, Anita Ansari, and Matthew Schneider.
