Programs & Services
- Emergency Response
- Planning and Operations Program
- Training and Education Program
- Joint Emergency Preparedness Program (JEPP)
- Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements
- Emergency Air Services Program
Emergency Response
The Emergency Measures Organization is the agency of Government that is responsible for dealing with any large scale emergency or disaster occurring in and around the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Using its legislative support EMO has the responsibility to co-ordinate and/or manages an emergency situation. It is the only agency that is authorized to control and coordinate the activities of all Police, Fire, Health, Social Services, and other services in the area, either municipal or provincial, and to engage civilian personnel to assist in these services.
Planning and Operations Program
The general objective of the current emergency policy is to contribute to raising the standard of emergency preparedness throughout Newfoundland and Labrador to the point where all types of emergencies/disasters can be met with a prompt and effective response. In order to accomplish this, Emergency Measures is actively involved in joint contingency planning with all levels of government, private sector and the civilian population.
Training and Education Program
EMO conducts a training and education program for emergency management and response personnel. The core of these courses is the Emergency Preparedness Program. Specialized aspects of emergency planning are addressed in these courses, seminars, workshops and symposiums that are carried out by EMO staff.
Joint Emergency Preparedness Program (JEPP)
Through the Joint Emergency Preparedness Program, the federal government provides financial contributions to provinces and territories to assist in meeting the costs of projects aimed at enhancing the national emergency response capability.
Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements
Since 1970, through Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements (DFAA), the Federal Government has provided financial assistance to provincial governments when the cost of dealing with a disaster would place an undue burden on the provincial economy. Funds are allocated only under incident specific emergencies/disasters.
Emergency Air Services Program
EMO is called on from time to time for assistance to the police forces (Royal Newfoundland Constabulary & Royal Canadian Mounted Police) in search and rescue activities. This assistance is usually in the form of air services support for lost and missing persons. The program is also utilized by EMO during emergency response activities.
Please contact the EMO Office for further information on any of the above listed programs.
