Land Acknowledgement
The City of Toronto acknowledges that we are on the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. The City also acknowledges that Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaties signed with multiple Mississaugas and Chippewa bands.
The City of Toronto has been acknowledging the traditional territory since March 2014. Due to conversations with Indigenous leaders, including the Aboriginal Advisory Committee as part of the 2018 Toronto for All Campaign, the language the City of Toronto uses has evolved.
Climate-related emergencies are on the rise, and Toronto’s diverse communities need resources that truly resonate with their unique identities, experiences, and challenges. This project aims to bridge the gap in culturally relevant and accessible public education materials, ensuring no one is left behind in times of crisis.
With a focus on empowering equity-deserving groups—such as Indigenous, Black, and disabled communities—this initiative is committed to creating inclusive, visually intuitive, and engaging materials that reflect the rich diversity of Toronto. Together, we aim to enhance community resilience, foster shared responsibility, and promote preparedness for climate-related risks.
Through collaboration with Centennial College students, the City of Toronto is redesigning these critical resources to meet today’s accessibility standards, integrate community voices, and drive meaningful engagement. Join us on this journey to build a safer, more connected, and resilient Toronto for all.
This course covers the foundational steps to prepare for emergencies such as floods, power outages, and extreme weather. Learn how to create a go-bag, develop a family emergency plan, and stay informed during crises.
Focused on collective preparedness, this course teaches how to collaborate with neighbors, identify community resources, and strengthen local networks to respond effectively to emergencies.
This course highlights strategies for ensuring emergency readiness for Indigenous, Black, disabled, and other marginalized communities. Learn accessible resources, culturally planning, and inclusive communication techniques.
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