Shakeout BC

The Great BC ShakeOut
2023-10-19 10:19 - 10:20 (America/Vancouver)
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 people on October 19th, at 10:19AM!

High Ground Hike - ShakeOut BC / PreparedBC
2024-04-10 11:00 - 13:00
ShakeOutBC and PreparedBC are excited to join Pacheedaht First Nation for the High Ground Hike again this year!

High Ground Hike
2024-04-10 11:00 - 13:00
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
2024-05-05 11:00 - 15:00 | Heritage Acres, 7321 Lochside Drive, Saanichton, BC, V8M1W4, Canada
Emergencies 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 to learn what steps you need to take to be ready. ShakeOutBC will be hosting a table at this event, so be sure to stop by and learn more about what it takes to be prepared for tsunamis and earthquakes!
Join us for this free, fun family event and get tips on making an emergency plan, meet emergency response experts, and see live demonstrations!

Ask-The-Experts Earthquake Webinar
2024-05-08 10:30 - 12:30
The BC Earthquake Alliance presents ShakeOutBC’s webinar, “Ask-The-Experts,” for your students (grades 5-12).
Register your class so your students can ask their questions to our experts: John Cassidy, Allison Bird, Jeri Grant, Anita Ansari, and Matthew Schneider.
Zoom Link for Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1G-PRE0xSeOT38zj7LCLtQ#/registration
ShakeOutBC “Ask-the-Experts” Earthquake Webinar Poster

Emergency Preparedness Week Webinar
2024-05-09 17:30 - 18:15 | Online
Join PreparedBC for an upcoming 45-minute webinar.
At this webinar, you’ll learn:

How to prepare for emergencies
Preparedness tech tips
About some exciting new resources

All participants will be entered to win a 4-person emergency kit!
You will also have an opportunity to ask us any preparedness questions.
WHEN:
Thursday, May 9, 2024
5:30 PM – 6:15 PM (PDT)
Register here: https://ow.ly/Tqie50Rr364

Cowichan Emergency Preparedness Expo
2024-05-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Commons Park, 1461 Fisher Road, Cobble Hill, BC, V0R 1L3, Canada
Join us at the Cowichan Emergency Preparedness Expo!
Event flyer can be found here: https://www.shakeoutbc2026.arraydev.me/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2024_EMC-CEPE_flyer_V5.pdf

Open House at the Institute of Ocean Sciences
2024-06-08 09:00 - 15:00 | Institute of Ocean Sciences, 9860 West Saanich Road, North Saanich, BC, V8L 5V6, Canada
You’re invited to join the open house at the Institute of Ocean Sciences, this Saturday, June 8, 2024!

Tour a Coast Guard ship and learn about
search & rescue and marine safety
Participate in hands-on science and explore
new technologies in DFO labs
Learn about earthquakes from NRCan
Discover jobs at sea and in the lab
Participate in fun games & activities for kids!

Event flyer can be found here: https://www.shakeoutbc2026.arraydev.me/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IOS-Open-House-2024-Poster.pdf

Emergency Preparedness EXPO
2024-09-07 10:00 - 16:00 | Qualicum Beach Civic Center, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, V9K 1S7, Canada
The Emergency Management Oceanside (EMO) team will be hosting the Emergency Preparedness EXPO again this year after a few years off due to COVID.
This event will take place on Saturday September 7th at the Qualicum Beach Civic Center from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
First responders, government agencies, emergency supply vendors, utilities and emergency partners will host a variety of activities to help emphasize the importance of taking steps to improve emergency preparedness and response. Displays, demonstrations, workshops, kids’ activities, and Quake Cottage, the ultimate mobile earthquake simulator. Learn about the challenges we face in an emergency and how to be better prepared.

Union of BC Municipalities Convention
2024-09-18 | Vancouver Convention Centre East, 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C 3C1, Canada
The 2024 UBCM Convention will take place September 16 – 20 in Vancouver, BC at the Vancouver Convention Centre East, Fairmont Waterfront Hotel, and Pan Pacific Hotel.
Visit us in the exhibit hall on September 18th and 19th!

Langley Emergency Preparedness Workshop
2024-09-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Temple View Gymnasium, LDS Church, 20370 82nd Avenue, Langley, British Columbia, V2Y 2B2
*This event is now full, thank you for your overwhelming interest. The next in-person event will be the Personal Preparedness Community Fair on November 2nd. View the event here: https://www.shakeoutbc2026.arraydev.me/event/personal-prepare…s-community-fair/
Join BCEA for a FREE workshop to kick off the 2024 Emergency Preparedness Workshop Series.
To reserve a seat, please sign up here: Registration link .This session is designed with participants from Langley, Surrey, Maple Ridge, Abbotsford, and Chilliwack in mind.
Drop ins are welcome space permitting.
This series will build on the success of the 2023 Emergency Preparedness Expo. During this interactive workshop, participants will increase their understanding of local risks and important emergency preparedness concepts. Takeaway resources will be provided. A light lunch courtesy of the Organizing Committee.

South Island Powwow
2024-09-30 10:00 - 18:00 | Royal Athletic Park, 1014 Caledonia Ave, Victoria, British Columbia, V9A6Z2, Canada
September 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. Celebrate traditional Indigenous cultures and resiliency through song and dance.

ShakeOut Week BC
2024-10-11 - 2024-10-18

Ask an Expert Webinar
2024-10-15 19:00 - 20:00
The ShakeOut BC organizing committee is hosting a virtual “Ask an Earthquake Expert” webinar!
Register to attend at: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xE6Hq1wHQcCxCgiJLzqcqQ#/registration

Public Education Fair, Downtown Vancouver
2024-10-17 09:00 - 14:00 | Vancouver Convention Centre Plaza, 999 Canada Place, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6C 3E1, Canada
Experience the Quake Cottage Earthquake Simulator in downtown Vancouver! Join us on October 17th to learn about earthquake preparedness first hand.
The public education fair is open from 8:00a.m. to 2:00p.m at the Vancouver Convention Centre Plaza

Thank you to the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority for partnering with us in this event.

The Great BC ShakeOut 2024
2024-10-17 10:17 - 10:18
The BC Earthquake Alliance will be hosting the 12th Annual ShakeOutBC earthquake drill this year.
Living in an earthquake region means people of British Columbia 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 people on Thursday, October 17th, at 10:17AM!

Earthquake Risk event with UVic researcher and expert
2024-10-17 19:00 - 20:00
Dr. Lucinda Leonard, PhD ’06, an Assistant Professor in the UVic School of Earth and Ocean Sciences, will present her latest research on earthquake sources in our region. Her talk will highlight newly discovered active faults that cross Vancouver Island and the Salish Sea.
The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session, where attendees will have the chance to ask their own questions.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your earthquake preparedness and gain valuable insights into seismic risks in our region.

Find more information and the registration link here: [https://extrweb.uvic.ca/events/UnderstandingBCsEarthquakeRisks]

Personal Preparedness Community Fair
2024-11-02 09:15 - 16:00 | 6270 126 Street, Surrey, 6270 126 St, Surrey, British Columbia, V3X 1T9, Canada
Join the Surrey Stake Self-Reliance/Emergency Preparedness committees at the Personal Preparedness Community Fair for FREE workshops and displays!
Register for workshops here

Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity Conference
2024-11-18 - 2024-11-24 | Penticton, BC
Join us at the Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity Conference in Penticton, BC!
More event details to follow.

Tsunami Awareness and Preparedness Webinar for the Tourism Sector
2025-03-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Sign-up link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CYhk680_T5i-wMxx_5hQcQ#/registration

Emergency Preparedness Week 2025
2025-05-04 - 2025-05-10
Emergency preparedness week takes place during the first week of May, and is an opportunity to learn how to keep yourself, your family, and your community safe.
2025 theme: Be Prepared. Know Your Risks.

Official Proclamation for ShakeOut Week in British Columbia
2025-10-13 - 2025-10-19
The official proclamation has been issued. We celebrate everyone in individuals, schools communities and organizations who work hard to build emergency preparedness capacity and increase resilience so that people in British Columbia are protected in their homes, workplaces, communities, and neighbourhoods
during earthquakes.

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Ask-the-Experts: Earthquake Webinar for Everyone
2025-10-15 19:00 - 20:00 | https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HvO7cF3iSVu5IyIFJngUeA#/registration
Join our Earthquake Webinar for everyone and hear directly from earthquake experts! We’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have. How do I prepare for an earthquake? What should I expect during an earthquake? How can I stay safe during a tsunami? Please send your questions to info@shakeoutbc2026.arraydev.me. Please register to attend.

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The Great BC ShakeOut 2025
2025-10-16 10:16 - 10:20
The BC Earthquake Alliance will be hosting the 15th Annual ShakeOutBC earthquake drill this year.
Living in an earthquake region means people of British Columbia 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 people on Thursday, October 16th, at 10:16AM!

Tsunami Preparedness Week
2026-04-12 08:00 - 2026-04-18 17:00
High Ground Hike is a community event held during the week.

The BC Earthquake Alliance works to build a culture of earthquake and tsunami preparedness, through efforts such as the Great British Columbia ShakeOut
SAVE THE DATE: April 12th – 18th
The purpose is to raise awareness about B.C.’s tsunami risk and give coastal residents an opportunity to practice reaching their tsunami safe zone.

Emergency Preparedness Week 2026
2026-05-03 - 2026-05-09
Emergency preparedness week takes place during the first week of May, and is an opportunity to learn how to keep yourself, your family, and your community safe.
2026 theme: Be Prepared. Know Your Risks.

Westshore: Emergency Preparedness and Display
2026-05-03 11:00 - 15:00
Westshore: Emergency Preparedness and Display Fair
Time: 11 am – 3 pm at the Juan de Fuca Senior Center (JDF Arena parking lot)

Ask-the-Experts: Earthquake Webinar for Schools
2026-05-06 10:30 - 11:30 | https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HvO7cF3iSVu5IyIFJngUeA#/registration
Join our Earthquake Preparedness Webinar for Schools and hear directly from earthquake experts. Learn how to prepare for earthquakes, what to expect during one, and how to stay safe during a tsunami.
Have a question? Send it in advance to info@shakeoutbc2026.arraydev.me.
Register to attend:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88434595113?pwd=[REDACTED]

The Great BC ShakeOut 2026
2026-10-15 10:15 - 10:20
The BC Earthquake Alliance will be hosting the 15th Annual ShakeOutBC earthquake drill this year.
Living in an earthquake region means people of British Columbia 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 people on Thursday, October 15th, at 10:15AM!
