Shakeout BC

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

Ask an Expert Webinar
2024-10-15 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver)
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!
