The City of Markham has an emergency management program. It meets the requirements of Ontario’s Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act and Ontario Regulation 380/04.
Markham's Emergency Management Program (MEMP) consists of:
An emergency plan based on hazards and threats identified in Markham
Annual training for Markham staff and stakeholders involved in responding to and recovering from an emergency
An annual emergency exercise to provide an opportunity for city staff and stakeholders to practice responding to emergencies
A public education and awareness program about risks to public safety and how to be prepared for an emergency
Read the Markham Emergency Response Plan [PDF]
More information:
Sonia Singh
Emergency Preparedness Coordinator
905.477.7000 x2471
ssingh@markham.ca