2026 Annual General Meeting
Save the date! The CRHNet Board of Directors have announced the date and time for the 2026 Annual General Meeting. We look forward to welcoming members to the meeting, and providing updates on what the organization has completed and planned over the past year. To ensure voting privileges, and organizational elections, make sure that your […]
Community Corner Spotlight – Steve Kallies
Written by: Farhad Banizaman The trajectory of Steve Kallies’s life changed at age 20 when his younger sister and two of her close friends were killed in a tragic car crash. That loss became the defining force that pushed him toward emergency response, community safety, and the kind of work that helps people through the […]
International Day for Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD) — December 3, 2025
Image Description: Is a white and dark grey background with cascading maple leaves faintly in the background. There is a photo of Jen McEachen with a grey background. Author: Jen McEachen – Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility – CRHNet Theme: Fostering disability inclusive societies for advancing social progress. United Nations objectives for this year […]
Emerging Professional Spotlight: Robert Strachan
Image Description: Red and white background, with a faint outline of the map of Canada. There is a photo of Robert is wearing black glasses and smiling at the camera, Text Reads: Robert Strachan Emerging Professional Robert has 15 years of experience as a certified Red Seal boilermaker and finds great satisfaction in his role […]
Emerging Professional Spotlight: Ahmed Al-Hertani.
Image Description: Red and white background, with a faint outline of the map of Canada. There is a photo of Ahmed in the middle of the graphic, the background is a snowy day, he is wearing a grey sweater with a blue dress shirt underneath. He has short brown hair with a brown mustache and […]
CRHNet and ICS Canada sign MOU to create a more disaster-resilient future
The Canadian Risk and Hazards Network (CRHNet) and Incident Command System (ICS) Canada are pleased to announce the signature of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), effective May 16, 2025.
Applications Open for 2025/26 EP and PD Committees
The Canadian Risk and Hazards Network (CRHNet) invites you to apply for the 2025/26 Emerging Professionals (EP) and Professional Development (PD) Committee. We are looking for passionate individuals who are committed to growing and advocating for our community and creating opportunities for professional development. If you are interested in volunteering on the CRHNet EP or […]
HAZNET Spring/Summer 2025 – “The Era of Extremes”
Now available: HAZNET Spring/Summer 2025 – “The Era of Extremes” This latest issue explores the increasing intensity, frequency, and complexity of disasters. From unprecedented weather events to deepening social vulnerabilities, we examine what it means to respond, adapt, and lead in a time defined by extremes. Inside this issue, you’ll find: A thematic focus on […]
Statement on Closure of CRHNet EP Discord Server
The Canadian Risk and Hazards Network (CRHNet) has made the decision to close the Emerging Professionals (EP) Discord Server, effective April 30, 2025. Thank you for your engagement over the past three years. We are actively exploring possible options to create a CRHNet community space that will prioritize the accessibility, safety, security, and privacy of […]
Event Partnership Announcement: DisasterForum 2025
The Canadian Risk and Hazards Network (CRHNet) is pleased to announce a new partnership with DisasterForum 2025 for their upcoming event. DisasterForum is taking place on October 28-30, 2025, in Kananaskis Village, Alberta. Over two and a half days, attendees will network and learn through speakers, workshops and more – with the Canadian Rockies as a backdrop. […]