We continue to make improvements to our website and are happy to announce that members can now build out profiles for their student, professional and organizational memberships. We hope this will aid in networking with your peers and colleagues.
We have also included an events calendar that is open to all members to populate with their events.
We have update our membership benefits as well! We encourage you to take a look around and let us know what you think!
As of October 1, 2024, the Canadian Risk and Hazards Network (CRHNet) is proud to share that we will be offering complimentary memberships to all First Nations, Métis and Inuit emergency managers. Current members of CRHNet who would like to renew your membership under this new initiative, please send an email to info@crhnet.ca. We do not require ID. Please note that complimentary membership must still be renewed annually.
[Image Description: A maple leaf with dark red, and coral coloured sections, representing the thirteen provinces and territories. Text reads CRHNet Canadian Risk & Hazards
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
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.
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
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
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
Canadian Risk and Hazards Network (CRHNet) is a not-for-profit organisation established in 2003 to promote and strengthen disaster risk reduction and emergency management in Canada. By donating to support CRHNet you are supporting our mission to create an environment for hazards research, education and emergency management practitioner communities to effectively share knowledge and innovative approaches that reduce disaster vulnerability.
Thank you for your support!
CRHNet is a non-profit organization; as such we do not have charitable organization status.
In 2015, the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, 2015-2030, set out four priority areas for action to reduce the impacts of disasters on mortality, communities, and the economy, and to strengthen disaster risk reduction:
As we mark the halfway point of the Sendai Framework in 2023, this issue takes stock of the progress we have made so far. In truth, we found it hard to pull together an issue that would reflect the true current state. Perhaps it was due to burnout or the ongoing disruptions we are all facing post-pandemic, or perhaps it was due to the extremely complex topic of disaster risk, but one thing was not clear: no one seems to agree. With that in mind, we narrowed our focus to the first priority, to help create a common baseline – to understand disaster risk.
Our hope is that from this baseline, we can carry on the conversation to examine the other priorities. Just as David passed on the torch to the next generation, we need to carry on the conversation and address all priorities of the Sendai Framework.
So, let’s first understand disaster risk.
[Image Description: Gold Banner that says Awards Time! with the CRHNet logo. The background is a red and white spinning design.]
CRHNet is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Awards. Recipients will be recognized at the CRHNet Symposium this May.
These awards celebrate excellence, leadership, mentorship, volunteerism, and lifetime contributions to disaster risk reduction and emergency management across Canada. If you know someone making a meaningful impact in our field, we encourage you to submit a nomination.
Nomination Deadline: Wednesday, April 25, 2026
Submit nominations or questions to: awards@crhnet.ca
Full details and criteria: crhnet.ca/awards/
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
[Image Description: Blue sky and a photo of Edmonton, Alberta make up the background. Top text box reads: 2026 CRHNet Symposium, Announcement! In the center of the graphic is a white piece of paper pinned with a green pin, that says VOLUNTEERS. Following text box reads Can earn an honorarium!]
The CRHNet Symposium doesn’t run without the people on the ground making it happen.
From registration desks to session support, event-day volunteers are essential to keeping everything moving.
Honorariums are one way we recognize the time, energy, and commitment it takes to show up and support this work.
Want to be part of the team on-site?
Sign up to volunteer: crhnet.ca/volunteer-3/
#CRHNet #DisasterRiskReduction #Volunteer #EventSupport #Resilience #LivingtheLessons
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
[Image Description: All text is repeated in the following post. A photo of Ana T. Gonzalez is on the upper right of the graphic; she is smiling into the camera from a yellow helicopter window. Photo of Lance Robinson is directly below Ana, he is wearing a grey cardigan with a blue stripped shirt and standing in front of a bookcase. CRHNet symposium logo is on the bottom left area.]
2026 CRHNet Symposium - Program Announcement - Presentation!
Presentation Title: Researching Wise Practices for Wildfire Management with Remote First Nations
Presenters: Ana T. Gonzalez, Lance Robinson
Ana Gonzalez is a Community Engagement Research Analyst at the Centre for Northern Forest Ecosystem Research of the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. With a Master of Environmental Studies degree from Lakehead University and a background in social work and social science research, Ana is committed to exploring the human dimensions of natural resources management and the intersections between social and ecological systems.
Lance W. Robinson is a research scientist in the Centre for Northern Forest Ecosystem Research of the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. He has more than two decades of experience working on participatory and community-based approaches in natural resource management, both in the global South and at home in Canada.
What to expect:
This presentation will explore a research project titled "Learning from Indigenous Perspectives for Wildland Fire Management from Treaty 5 and 9 Remote First Nations"— a collaboration between Keewaytinook Okimakanak Tribal Council (KOTC), Lakehead University, and the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, aimed at understanding how to better support the values, needs, and resilience of remote First Nations community members in relation to wildfire management and evacuations.
For more details about Ana and Lance’s presentation and other programming information, be sure to check out the symposium website! crhnet.ca/program.
To purchase your tickets: crhnet.ca/registration/
To book your hotel with a discount (until April 11): crhnet.ca/registration/
#CRHNet #DisasterRiskReduction #Resilience #ClimateResilience #EmergencyManagement #RiskReduction #DRR #ClimateAdaptation #KnowledgeExchange #ResilientCommunities #LivingTheLessons
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
[Image Description: Red background with a faint white outline of a map of Canada. Center of graphic has an award with a red center that says Canadian Disaster Risk Management Volunteer Award]
The Canadian Disaster Risk Management Volunteer Award celebrates an outstanding volunteer who has made significant contributions to disaster risk reduction, emergency management, or community resilience in Canada.
Learn more about the award and apply here: crhnet.ca/awards/canadian-disaster-risk-management-volunteer-award/
For any question about the award or to submit an application: awards@crhnet.ca
Applications are open till April 25th 2026.
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
[Image Description: CRHNet Symposium logo is on the left side of the graphic. Behind the logo is a teal metal disk and a teal banner with a white text box that says "Tier 5 Sponsor". The background is a faded image of Edmonton. Bottom center of the graphic has a logo for Pearces 2 Consulting Corporation. Their logo is navy blue, with a house and flood, fire and tornado hazards depicted above an open book. Above the hazards is a graduation cap. All other text is repeated in the following post.]
2026, CRHNet Symposium Sponsorship Announcement
A special shoutout to Pearces2Consulting! Not only are they a Tier 5 sponsor, a member of the organising committee, but they have also donated their delegate pass to cover the registration fees of an individual attendee! Thank you for your support!
Review and apply for the Symposium Bursary here: crhnet.ca/awards/symposium-bursary/
Would you like to become a Sponsor? Find out more information here: crhnet.ca/sponsorship-partnership/
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
