Power & Politics Wildfires force evacuations across Manitoba and Saskatchewan
May 30, 2025
Eleanor Olszewski, the Federal Minister of Emergency Management, shares the urgent governmental response to wildfires forcing evacuations in Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Susan Holt, Premier of New Brunswick, likens upcoming nation-building endeavors to 'The Hunger Games' while discussing economic growth strategies. Fred Delory and Greg McEachern offer keen insights into the current political landscape, emphasizing collaboration among provinces to tackle infrastructural challenges and improve trade. Climate change's role in exacerbating wildfires is also highlighted.
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Canada's Wildfire Emergency Response
- Canada's wildfire preparedness is at the highest alert, with over 170 active fires nationwide.
- Federal and provincial governments, along with NGOs and Indigenous services, cooperate extensively in wildfire emergency management.
Focus on Community Resilience
- The worsening wildfire seasons require greater focus on community resilience and adaptive infrastructure.
- Emergency management now includes planning for climate change impacts and design changes like flood-resistant structures.
Use Local Knowledge in Emergencies
- Prioritize local information for emergency responses as situations change rapidly.
- Collaborate closely with First Nations, municipalities, provinces, and humanitarian NGOs for effective wildfire management.