Press Release
June 25, 2024
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) would like to congratulate the winners of the 2024 “Be Ready: Emergency Preparedness Starts at Home” Photo Contest.
Now more than ever, it is important for all of us to be as prepared as possible for emergencies and disasters. All Northwest Territories residents are encouraged to take the following steps to be ready for a potential emergency:
Thank you to everyone who submitted photos of their personal emergency kits for the “Be Ready: Emergency Preparedness Starts at Home” Photo Contest. One winner was selected from each region of the territory to receive a HEPA air filter that can help create a clean air shelter at home when experiencing the prolonged effects from wildfire smoke.
Congratulations to the following winners for sharing excellent examples of personal emergency kits!
For more information about making a personal emergency plan and kit, visit the GNWT’s Be Ready for Emergencies webpage.
For media requests, please contact:
Laura Busch
Senior Communications Planning Advisor
Department of Municipal and Community Affairs
Government of the Northwest Territories
Email: maca_info@gov.nt.ca
Phone Number: (867) 767-9162 ext. 21012
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