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13 | The IFP -H alton H ills | T hursday,M ay 9,2019 theifp.ca In recognition of Emer- gency Preparedness Week (May 5-11), Halton Region is encouraging all resi- dents to create an emer- gency kit that can help them stay healthy. "We all have a role to play in preparing for emer- gencies," said Regional Chair Gary Carr. "By tak- ing steps that can keep you safe and healthy during a crisis situation, you help ensure first responders can focus their attention on those in immediate need. Remember, emergen- cies can happen at any time-plan ahead to help protect yourself, your fam- ily and your community." Recommended steps to take to prepare for emer- gencies: . Know the risks close to home - be aware of weather conditions and potential hazards that could lead to an emergency in your community. . Make a plan for how you and your family would evacuate, communicate and stay safe during an emergency. . Get or make an emer- gency kit that contains es- sential supplies that will keep you and your family (including pets) safe dur- ing an emergency. Personal emergency kits should include identi- fication and supplies for all members of the house- hold, including older adults, people with disabil- ities and pets or service an- imals. Kits should include anything you might re- quire if first responders ask you to "shelter in place" (stay indoors for at least 72 hours) or evacuate. Notifications of nearby emergencies may be sent out through alerts to your landline phone and mobile device. You should also monitor local media (using a crank radio in the event of a power outage), police, fire and government web- sites and Twitter feeds for updates and instructions during a crisis situation. "Our partnerships with first responders, relief or- ganizations and other lev- els of government help keep Halton ready to re- spond," said Halton Chief of Emergency Manage- ment Ralph Blauel. "When you update your emergency plans and kits, we also encourage you to think about how you would stay up-to-date." For detailed informa- tion about what to include in an emergency kit, visit www.halton.ca. NEWS HALTON URGES RESIDENTS TO BE PREPARED FOR EMERGENCIES Halton Regional Chief of Emergency Management Ralph Blauel, Paramedic Services Chief Greg Sage, Regional Chair Gary Carr, Halton District Police Service Chair Stephen Tanner, and Oakville Fire Chief Brian Durdin promote the emergency kit, which should contain identification and essential supplies to keep your family (including pets) safe in a "shelter in place" (stay indoors for at least 72 hours) emergency or evacuation. For details go to halton.ca/beprepared. Nikki Wesley/Torstar *Mutual funds offered by Sun Life Financial Investment Services (Canada) Inc. Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada is a member of the Sun Life Financial group of companies. © Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada, 2019. Momentum Financial Services Inc. Tel: 905-873-9868 Peter Sproule* BA, CFP®, CLU®, CHS™ Certified Financial Planner® peter.sproule@sunlife.com Rosanna Palmieri Advisor Assistant, Office Manager rosanna.palmieri@sunlife.com Let's talk about steps you can take to protect your business and yourself. It all starts with a conversation. 16 Mountainview Road S., Suite 301 Halton Hills, ON L7G 4K1 From Modern to Contemporary to Traditional. Product & Design That Complement Your Life. 348 Guelph St. Georgetown (Behind YoYo's, next to Cooper Standard) www.kabinetpro.com 905-702-7719 Authorized Dealer for Edith Street