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.
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
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
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
Ahmed is a graduate student in the Master of Arts in Disaster and Emergency Management program at Royal Roads University. He also works as a
The Emerging Professional Spotlight is a series designed to highlight and uplift the incredible people that are emerging in the field of disaster and emergency
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.
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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/
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Today is the LAST DAY for early bird ticket sales!
We are in the last hours to secure early bird pricing for the CRHNet 2026 Symposium — Living the Lessons: From Impact to Insight, taking place May 12–14, 2026 in Edmonton, Alberta at NAIT.
Join practitioners, researchers, policymakers, emerging professionals, and community leaders from across Canada for three days of conversation, knowledge exchange, and connection focused on advancing disaster risk reduction and resilience.
Register before early bird pricing closes tonight at 11:59 pm..
crhnet.ca/registration/
#crhnet #DisasterRiskReduction #resilience #ClimateResilience #emergencymanagement #RiskReduction #DRR #ClimateAdaptation #KnowledgeExchange #ResilientCommunities #livingthelessons
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Innovation Day at the 2026 CRHNet Symposium: Where Ideas Meet Impact
The world is shifting fast. So is the way we understand, communicate, and act on disaster risk.
At the Canadian Risk and Hazards Network (CRHNet) 2026 Symposium, Innovation Day is your opportunity to demonstrate how bold ideas, emerging technologies, creative expression, and fresh research can shape the future of disaster risk reduction in Canada.
Part science fair.
Part tech showcase.
Part creative lab.
Innovation Day is a curated, high-energy space where posters, lightning talks, hands-on demos, art installations, immersive experiences, and workshops converge into one dynamic experience.
We are welcoming submissions from:
• Tech companies building tools, platforms, prototypes, or simulations
• Organizations applying technology in innovative ways
• Students and emerging professionals exploring early-stage research
• Researchers with models, findings, and insights ready for conversation
• Artists and designers helping us see risk, resilience, and community in new ways
If you’re presenting a poster, hosting an interactive demo, showcasing digital or physical art, creating an immersive experience, sharing emerging research, or unveiling a prototype — if it helps us imagine the future of disaster risk reduction, it belongs here.
Innovation Day is built for connection. Attendees won’t just observe — they will engage directly with creators, test ideas, ask hard questions, challenge assumptions, identify new opportunities, and spark the conversations that turn insight into action.
Submissions are open until April 1, 2026 (or until full).
Rolling acceptance. Limited space. Early submissions strongly encouraged.
The 2026 CRHNet Symposium takes place May 12–14, 2026 at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology in Edmonton on Treaty Six territory, Amiskwaciy Waskahikan.
Under the theme “Living the Lessons: From Impact to Insight,” we recognize that the time for incremental improvement has passed. From wildfires and floods to pandemics and cascading system failures, we are living in an era of compounding risks and profound disruption. To meet this moment, we must turn impact into insight — and insight into action — to build stronger, more inclusive communities.
Ready to bring your idea to life?
For more information and how to submit, please visit our proposal page!
crhnet.ca/call-for-proposals/
#CRHNet2026 #DisasterRiskReduction #Innovation #Resilience #LivingTheLessons
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Innovation Day at the 2026 CRHNet Symposium: Where Ideas Meet Impact
The world is shifting fast. So is the way we understand, communicate, and act on disaster risk.
At the Canadian Risk and Hazards Network (CRHNet) 2026 Symposium, Innovation Day is your opportunity to demonstrate how bold ideas, emerging technologies, creative expression, and fresh research can shape the future of disaster risk reduction in Canada.
Part science fair.
Part tech showcase.
Part creative lab.
Innovation Day is a curated, high-energy space where posters, lightning talks, hands-on demos, art installations, immersive experiences, and workshops converge into one dynamic experience.
We are welcoming submissions from:
• Tech companies building tools, platforms, prototypes, or simulations
• Organizations applying technology in innovative ways
• Students and emerging professionals exploring early-stage research
• Researchers with models, findings, and insights ready for conversation
• Artists and designers helping us see risk, resilience, and community in new ways
If you’re presenting a poster, hosting an interactive demo, showcasing digital or physical art, creating an immersive experience, sharing emerging research, or unveiling a prototype — if it helps us imagine the future of disaster risk reduction, it belongs here.
Innovation Day is built for connection. Attendees won’t just observe — they will engage directly with creators, test ideas, ask hard questions, challenge assumptions, identify new opportunities, and spark the conversations that turn insight into action.
Submissions are open until April 1, 2026 (or until full).
Rolling acceptance. Limited space. Early submissions strongly encouraged.
The 2026 CRHNet Symposium takes place May 12–14, 2026 at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology in Edmonton on Treaty Six territory, Amiskwaciy Waskahikan.
Under the theme “Living the Lessons: From Impact to Insight,” we recognize that the time for incremental improvement has passed. From wildfires and floods to pandemics and cascading system failures, we are living in an era of compounding risks and profound disruption. To meet this moment, we must turn impact into insight — and insight into action — to build stronger, more inclusive communities.
Ready to bring your idea to life?
For more information and how to submit, please visit our proposal page!
https://crhnet.ca/call-for-proposals/
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We are honoured to welcome Mayor Richard Ireland of the Municipality of Jasper as a keynote speaker at the 2026 CRHNet Symposium, taking place May 12–14 in Edmonton.
A lifelong resident of Jasper and its first elected Mayor, Mayor Ireland has dedicated decades to public service and community leadership. His commitment to local governance and resilience has helped shape Jasper’s path forward through both growth and challenge.
In 2024, the Jasper Wildfire Complex tested the community in unprecedented ways. Mayor Ireland’s steady, compassionate leadership supported the safe evacuation of over 20,000 residents and continues to guide Jasper through a complex and ongoing recovery.
We look forward to hearing his insights on leadership, resilience, and what it means to move from impact to insight.
11 days left to get your early bird tickets! crhnet.ca/registration/
View the program as it is updated here: crhnet.sched.com/grid
#CRHNet #DisasterRiskReduction #Resilience #ClimateResilience #EmergencyManagement #RiskReduction #DRR #ClimateAdaptation #KnowledgeExchange #ResilientCommunities #LivingTheLessons
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We are honoured to welcome Mayor Richard Ireland of the Municipality of Jasper as a keynote speaker at the 2026 CRHNet Symposium, taking place May 12–14 in Edmonton.
A lifelong resident of Jasper and its first elected Mayor, Mayor Ireland has dedicated decades to public service and community leadership. His commitment to local governance and resilience has helped shape Jasper’s path forward through both growth and challenge.
In 2024, the Jasper Wildfire Complex tested the community in unprecedented ways. Mayor Ireland’s steady, compassionate leadership supported the safe evacuation of over 20,000 residents and continues to guide Jasper through a complex and ongoing recovery.
We look forward to hearing his insights on leadership, resilience, and what it means to move from impact to insight.
11 days left to get your early bird tickets! https://crhnet.ca/registration/
View the program as it is updated here: https://crhnet.sched.com/grid
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We are pleased to partner with the Matrix Hotel as the official hotel sponsor for the 2026 CRHNet Symposium, taking place May 12–14, 2026, in Edmonton.
Located in the heart of downtown, the Matrix Hotel offers convenient access to the city’s business and government districts, with the river valley, shops, restaurants, cafés, and arts venues just a short walk away. It is an ideal place to stay while attending Symposium events.
Symposium delegates can access a preferred rate of $166 per night (plus applicable fees).
Rooms are limited, and availability is expected to fill quickly. We encourage you to secure your stay as soon as possible.
Book your room here: crhnet.ca/visit-edmonton/
12 days left to get your early bird tickets! crhnet.ca/registration/
View the program as it is updated here: crhnet.sched.com/grid
#CRHNet #DisasterRiskReduction #Resilience #ClimateResilience #EmergencyManagement #RiskReduction #DRR #ClimateAdaptation #KnowledgeExchange #ResilientCommunities #LivingTheLessons
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We are pleased to partner with the Matrix Hotel as the official hotel sponsor for the 2026 CRHNet Symposium, taking place May 12–14, 2026, in Edmonton.
Located in the heart of downtown, the Matrix Hotel offers convenient access to the city’s business and government districts, with the river valley, shops, restaurants, cafés, and arts venues just a short walk away. It is an ideal place to stay while attending Symposium events.
Symposium delegates can access a preferred rate of $166 per night (plus applicable fees).
Rooms are limited, and availability is expected to fill quickly. We encourage you to secure your stay as soon as possible.
Book your room here: https://crhnet.ca/visit-edmonton/
12 days left to get your early bird tickets! https://crhnet.ca/registration/
View the program as it is updated here: https://crhnet.sched.com/grid
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