MIL OSI Translation. Canadian French to English –
Source: Government of Canada – in French 1
Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King’s Privy Council of Canada, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, issued the following statement:
OTTAWA – October 6, 2024 – Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King’s Privy Council of Canada, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, issued the following statement:
“This year, Fire Prevention Week will take place from October 6 to 12 across Canada. Fires can spread in seconds and have devastating effects, including injuries, destruction of property and loss of life. The goal of this week is to raise awareness of the dangers of fire and to inform citizens about the protective measures they can take for themselves and their loved ones.
People in Canada know all too well the impacts of fire. This year alone, wildfires have burned more than 5 million hectares across the country, uprooting families and destroying homes and communities. The impacts of climate change are significant and are expected to worsen in the coming years.
This year, the National Fire Protection Association’s theme is “Smoke Alarms: Let Them Work for You.” This week is dedicated to the importance of properly functioning smoke alarms in homes and what to do when one goes off. Smoke alarms should be installed inside and outside every bedroom, as well as on every level of a home, including the basement. It’s also important to test smoke alarms at least once a month and replace them when they are 10 years old or stop responding when tested.
In times of tragedy, we often witness remarkable acts of hope and bravery. As Fire Prevention Week marks, I want to thank firefighters, fire chiefs, first responders, emergency responders, volunteers and military personnel. They all work tirelessly to keep people and communities safe, prevent fires and minimize damage during a disaster. We salute their courage and skill.
Fire Prevention Week brings communities together to raise awareness about fire safety and build a sense of preparedness. Each of us has a role to play in keeping our homes and communities safe. Together, we can significantly reduce the risk of fire, including many human-caused wildfires.
This week, I encourage everyone to test their smoke alarms and replace them if they don’t work or are more than 10 years old. You can learn how to prepare for other emergencies and disasters by visiting http://www.GetPrepared.gc.ca. If you live in an area affected by wildfires, listen to local authorities, have a wildfire emergency plan in place, and clean up debris around your home, as recommended by the site. https://smartfirecanada.ca/. »
Joanna KangaPress SecretaryOffice of the President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of CanadaJoanna.Kanga@kpc.cpr.gc.ca
Media RelationsPublic Safety Canada613 991-0657media@ps-sp.gc.ca
EDITOR’S NOTE: This article is a translation. Apologies should the grammar and/or sentence structure not be perfect.