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INTRODUCTION
CRHNet shares information to assist in reducing risk and enabling systems and plans for when a disaster strikes. We include case studies on recent disasters in Canada and abroad.
REPORTS
Canadians at Risk: Our Exposure to Natural Hazards Contribution of the Assessment of Natural Hazards and Disasters in Canada Project -
Etkin, D. (editor) 2009
This report was prepared for the use of decision makers and practitioners in Canada. It encompasses our coping mechanisms, underlying themes concerning why and how disasters and emergencies happen, and how we can create a safer society together.
SYMPOSIUM PROCEEDINGS
CRHNet symposiums are held at venues across Canada for all concerned regions and communities to get an opportunity to take part in the Network and its activities. Such networking is a priority of CRHNet, and we hope the symposium structure will allow you the opportunity to participate in the growth of a professional community in Canada devoted to risk reduction.
| 2009 |
6th Annual Symposium of the Canadian Risk and Hazards Network
Synergy and Creativity in Emergency Management: Engage – Communicate - Collaborate -
Edmonton, Alberta |
| 2008 |
5th Annual Symposium of the Canadian Risk and Hazards Network
St. John's Newfoundland and Labrador |
| 2007 |
4th Annual Symposium of the Canadian Risk and Hazards Network
The Justice Institute of British Columbia, Simon Fraser University and the University of British Columbia hosted the 4th Annual Canadian Risk and Hazards Symposium. -
Richmond, British Columbia |
| 2006 |
3rd Annual Symposium of the Canadian Risk and Hazards Network
The Geography Department at the Université du l and the ministère de la Sécurité publique du Québec want to express their gratitude and thanks to all of you who made the Third Annual Symposium of the Canadian Risk and Hazards Network a success: partners, speakers (plenaries and concurrent sessions) and also all the attendees. You were almost 250 persons, from October 11 to 13, to live an exemplary moment of transmission of knowledge in risk management and study. -
Montréal, Québec |
| 2005 |
2nd Annual Symposium of the Canadian Risk and Hazards Network:
Reducing Risk through Partnerships
Proceedings: English | French
More than ever before, we believe it is critical for our society to pay attention to the risks we face - especially those of a catastrophic nature, and to take actions to reduce them. Recent disasters such as the December 26, 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami and hurricanes Katrina and Rita show us the consequences of creating vulnerable communities and of not sufficiently engaging in risk mitigation. Lessons from these recent events have also revealed that well-developed understanding and coordination among responsible and concerned organizations are must elements in dealing and coping with impending disasters. Networking among the stakeholders is indeed a crucial means in developing and assisting such linkages among stakeholders. CRHNet is committed to this cause.
Mitigation is critical. When we rely upon preparedness and response, disaster problems get worse. Incorporating long-term mitigation measures based upon the concepts of sustainable development, social justice, intergenerational equity and environmental protection must be the basis for future risk reduction programs, plans and projects. As well, this mitigation must encourage a broad social and political process that focuses upon the creation of effective partnerships and approaches the problem from an interdisciplinary perspective. -
Toronto, Ontario |
| 2004 |
1st Symposium of the Canadian Risk and Hazards Network:
Reducing Risk through Partnerships
Proceedings: English
Hazard and risk exist within a complex and changing landscape that varies in both space and time. Globally, climate change is expected to make many natural hazards more frequent and severe in the future, while social trends such as urbanization, population growth, demographic changes, globalization, increased complexity of technological systems and population migration to areas exposed to hazards combine to alter the vulnerability of our social systems in complex ways. Political decisions also affect hazard and risk. -
Winnipeg, Manitoba |
