PreparedBC guide library
PreparedBC offers downloadable guides and fill-in-the-blank plans to help you prepare for emergencies. For more information or inquiries about these guides, please contact us at PreparedBC@gov.bc.ca
Core Guides
Household Emergency Plan
This fill-in-the-blanks emergency plan is a playbook for how you and your household will respond to a disaster. Keep a copy of it in your emergency kit for reference.
Household Preparedness Guide
This guide is a supplement to the Household Emergency Plan. It explains how to identify hazards, make an emergency plan, and build an emergency kit.
Hazard-Specific Guides
Pandemic Preparedness Guide
This guide explains how to prepare for future pandemics and remain prepared during the changing circumstances of a pandemic.
Flood Preparedness Guide
This guide will help you prepare your household, protect your property and know what to do if a flood occurs.
Wildfire Preparedness Guide
This guide will help you prepare your household, protect your property and understand what to do if a wildfire is close to your community.
Earthquake and Tsunami Guide
A must-read for anyone on B.C.'s coast, where earthquakes and tsunamis are a real risk. This guide explains what to do before, during and after these events.
Landslide Preparedness for Homeowners and Buyers
This guide can help homeowners protect their home and property from landslides, and help buyers identify potential risks.
Circumstance-Specific Guides
Guide for Apartments and Condos
This guide provides tailored advice for British Columbians living in multi-family housing, such as apartments, condominiums or townhomes.
Resources for People with Disabilities
Having a disability means you likely need to take preparedness actions above and beyond the “basics.” This guide dives into them.
Prepare Your Pets Guide
Pets are important members of the household, too! This one-page offers tips on how to include pets in your emergency plan.
Neighbourhood Preparedness Guide
This guide explores ways you can join forces with your neighbours to respond better to emergencies and recover faster.
Guide for Small Business
This guide is tailored to the unique needs of small business owners. Use this guide to help protect your staff and your investment.
Small Business Guide (PDF, 2.47MB) Small Business Emergency Plan (PDF, 57KB)
Guide for Tourism Operators
This guide is tailored to the unique needs of tourism operators. Use this guide's advice to help you look out for the safety of your guests.
Tourism Operator Guide (PDF, 2.5MB) Tourism Emergency Plan (PDF, 6MB)
