Challenge Question
In a Canadian context, how can existing community disaster/emergency management strategies be redesigned to be more inclusive, well in advance of when they are needed?
Project Source: From CSA Group Inc.
Project Summary
Disaster management strategies in Canada focus on handling emergencies and natural disasters at the provincial/territorial level. Local authorities provide the first response to most emergencies, with the federal government intervening when more resources or support are needed. These protocols are often efficient and effective, but they may fail to consider the specific needs of vulnerable or marginalized populations. Such communities are often disproportionately impacted by disasters and emergencies, and they frequently experience inequitable burdens related to health and other concerns. This project aims to redesign existing community-level disaster and emergency management strategies to be more inclusive. By preparing and having these strategies in place well before they are needed, we can provide a more sustainable and equitable approach to disaster management and avoid widening the existing gap in health, safety, and resource availability when extreme events occur. Students interested in this project might have backgrounds in disaster and emergency management, government/public policy, the humanities and social sciences, health-related fields, environmental studies, equity and marginalized communities, and social justice and advocacy.
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Organizational Profile
CSA Group is a global organization dedicated to safety, social good, and sustainability. We are a leader both in Standards Development and in Testing, Inspection, and Certification around the world, including Canada, the United States, Europe, and Asia. Our mission through our not-for-profit Standards Development organization is to enhance the lives of Canadians through the advancement of standards in the public and private sectors, improving safety, health, the environment, and economic efficiency in Canada and beyond. Our global commercial subsidiaries generate funding in support of this mission by providing testing, inspection, and certification services for manufacturers to ensure safety, environmental, and operating standards. Our mandate at CSA is to hold the future to a higher standard.
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Key Words
- Emergency Management
- Inclusivity
- Community Support