Our Work Improving emergency response for all First Nations communities.
Emergency events are particularly difficult for many remote FIrst Nations communities as well as those that lack the infrastructure for quick responses. The AFN’s Emergency Services Policy Sector is engaged in ongoing work to improve funding, programs, services, and policies for First Nations’ emergency management. We help to promote respectful working relationships between First Nations and governments to develop equitable, relaiable emergency services.
First Nations are 18 times more likely to be evacuated due to an emergency event than non‑First Nations.
Geography plays a major role in the provision of emergency services for First Nations, who are often affected by emergency events to a greater extent due to remoteness.
Canada has 114 remote First Nations communities, with some accessible only by air or water.
While most have established and regular access, others have single paved/unpaved roads or winter road access.
Initiatives & Priorities The policy areas, initiatives and committees driving change in First Nations emergency services and response.
Steering Committee on First Nation Home Flood Insurance Needs
Indigenous Emergency Management Capabilities Inventory
Documents The latest resources on this topic.
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