Video Series - CEPCA 2024

Shaw Centre | Ottawa, Ontario

September 24, 2024 - Invite-only Workshops
September 25-26, 2024 - Conference and Exhibition

Shaw Centre | Ottawa, Ontario

September 24, 2024 - Invite-only Workshops
September 25-26, 2024 - Conference and Exhibition

Canadian Emergency Preparedness and
Climate Adaptation Convention

Video Series

Rahul Singh - Executive Director, GlobalMedic 

Governing body member, Rahul, sheds light on CEPCA's role in uniting the nation to strengthen disaster preparedness and mitigation strategies. Join us in paving the way for a resilient future together. 

Myrna Bittner - CEO & Founder, RUNWITHIT Synthetics 

Offering valuable insights at CEPCA governing body meetings, her team will be showcasing their work and solutions on the exhibition floor. Participating in the Strategic Conference, here's a sneak peek of what you can expect from Myrna and RWI Synthetics at CEPCA.

Simon Wells - Founder & Principal, Canadian Journal of Emergency Management (CJEM)

In this exclusive video, Simon discusses the urgent need for preparedness in the face of growing climate challenges and how our convention is bringing together experts, policymakers, and practitioners to drive meaningful action.

Valérie Tremblay-Gravel Head of the Riverbanks Section, Nature - Parks Management, Biodiversity and Riverbank Division - City of Montréal

Representing a municipal perspective, Valérie will showcase Montréal’s riverbank restoration program at the Strategic Conference. Joining the "Implementing Nature-Based Climate Solutions and Emphasizing the Importance of Biodiversity for Adaptation" panel, this topic is especially pertinent today as cities worldwide seek sustainable resilient solutions.

Rebecca Zentner-Barrett Director at ESG Global Advisors Inc

CEPCA speaker Rebecca is helping to make the business case for climate adaptation. Understand the potential opportunities for Canadian companies, and gain perspective on how to incorporate the economic impacts of climate change into everyday decision making processes at the Strategic Conference.

Michael Higgins, Director, Climate Readiness and Community Recovery, Colliers Project Leaders

Get a first-hand look at CEPCA insightful panelist discussions. Moderator Michael shares his anticipation and what to expect for "A Wraparound Model for Recovery Operations." Create a more cohesive and effective emergency management and climate adaptation strategy. Attend the Strategic Conference. 

Adam McAllister, National Chair, UNDRR ARISE & CEO, McAllister & Craig Disaster Management Inc

Governing body Adam encourages those within the private and public sector to help shape a more disaster resilient country at CEPCA.

Dale Beguin, Executive Vice-President, Canadian Climate Institute 

Governing Body, Dale explains that the risks from a changing climate are going to be felt everywhere, and the accountability to prepare for them are likewise. The only way through those kinds of challenges is to bring together those different perspectives that have different levers for action and to work together to help Canada prepare for a changing climate.

Derek Sutherland, General Manager, Community and Protective Services, Columbia Shuswap Regional District

Strategic Speaker Derek stresses the importance of integrating communities into their own recovery model, and why an event like CEPCA is needed for emergency managers across the country.

Jim Montgomery, Founder & CEO, Canadian Disaster Response Organization (CDRO)

“I’ve never felt this excited for a conference. What I see this shaping up to be is really the premier conference in Canada for you to attend this year.” Endorsed by the CDRO, Jim explains how CEPCA will support emergency managers across the country. 

David Robinson, Executive Director, TechKnowledgey Group

Join Technical Theatre speaker, David Robinson for "Indigenous Wildfire & Flood Emergency Response Coalition" to explore ongoing developments needed to protect Canada's most vulnerable from wildfires.

Richard Gurberg, President, Creatium Equipment

Learn about what's available before a disaster happens, with Technical Theatre presenters and exhibitors like Richard at Creatium Equipment. 

Aarya Shahsavar, Chief Executive Director, Innocorps Research Group

Join Aarya, CEPCA "Redefining Logistics and Sustainment in Disaster Response with Circular Utility Integration for Temporary Camps" presenter, and Innocorps Research Corporation exhibitor, to deploy innovative technologies.

Kayla Pepper, Principal, Colliers Project Leaders

Anthony Moore, at the Nisga’a Lisims Government, and Kayla Pepper, at Colliers Project Leaders, will delve into the importance of and benefits of bringing Indigenous governing bodies and local governments together in e, at the CEPCA and Recovery Technical Theatre. 

Darren Blackburn, Program Director, Justice Institute of British Columbia

Darren previews two upcoming CEPCA Technical Theatre presentations that deal with how Canada is preparing for evolving emergency management practice. See everything the CEPCA show floor has to offer. Explore the Technical Theatre program. 

Gary Stairs, Founder & CEO, Stellar Futures

Having experienced the devastating effects of natural disasters first hand, Gary is committed to helping communities better anticipate and prepare for impending emergencies. Join him at the Climate Adaptation & Innovation Technical Theatre for "Regional ‘Digital Triplet’ For Impact-Based Forecasting and Warning Services" to learn about the latest in modelling and alerting technology.  

Dave Brand, Director of Emergency Management, Red Deer County

Explore how e can transition from a traditional response-based command and control system to a leadership and team management approach. Join IAEM Canada Alberta Region President Dave for "Building Emergency Resilience Using the Power of Emotional Intelligence" at the and Recovery Theatre.  

Steven Newton, President & CEO, Innomergence Solutions Incoporated

Working to support GSAR teams, emergency managers, and humanitarian efforts, the GSAR ICS Project will help organizations collect, share, and report on information at all operational levels. Join GSAR ICS Project Technical Theatre presenter Don, and exhibitors like CounterCrisis Tech, working to deploy the latest in emergency management technology on the CEPCA show floor. 

Steven Newton, President & CEO, Innomergence Solutions Incoporated

PPOST (Priorities; Problems; Objectives; Strategies; Tactics) is a practice promoted by Incident Command System (ICS) Canada. For example, it can produce the initial recovery plan for large disasters in less than 72 hours. Join PPOST founder Dean Monterey at Monterey Management Consulting, and co-presenter Steve Newton at Innomergence Solutions Incorporated, for their CEPCA Technical Theatre presentation on this proven approach. 

Todd Livingston, Training Coordinator, Emergency Management Accreditation Program

CEPCA “gives you the opportunity to build a bigger rolodex of resources, references, and folks that you can rely on to help work on solutions in your area.” Make the most out your localities major disaster preparations, learn about the Emergency Management Accreditation Program with Todd at the CEPCA Disaster Response and Recovery Theatre.

Doug Harvey, VP Business Development, Sales & Marketing, Galaxy Broadband Communications

Explore cutting-edge technologies that are practical and scalable to provide innovative solutions for better outcomes at CEPCA. Join “Rapid Response Communication Solutions” Technical Theatre co-presenter, Doug, and exhibitors like Galaxy Broadband Communications, on the exhibition floor. 

Magda Zachara, Program Manager, FireSmart Canada

Learn how we all have role to play in minimizing the negative impacts of wildfires with Magda at FireSmart™ Canada, a division of the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre and CEPCA Official Association Partner. Take an all of society approach to wildfire mitigation. Register to attend CEPCA today