Communities
The SPSA offers a variety of services and programs to help communities, municipalities, Indigenous communities and rural municipalities prepare for and respond to an emergency or disaster.
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Requesting SPSA Assistance
Municipalities or First Nations in need of assistance from the SPSA, once a wildfire is reported, should complete the Request for Fire Suppression Assistance form and submit it to the nearest Protection Office
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Emergency Management Planning for Communities
In Saskatchewan, municipalities are the first line of defense in an emergency. Get resources, training and assistance for developing your plans.
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Emergency Declaration
Example of a resolution that would allow a municipal Council the responsibility to control, and then end, an emergency response in their community.
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Sask911
The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency Sask911 system provides province-wide access to 9-1-1 emergency call taking.
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FireSmart
Saskatchewan's Emergency Planning Act requires communities to develop plans to respond to the threat from wildfire or other emergencies. You can make a difference when it comes to keeping your community safe. Find out how your community can be recognized as FireSmart.
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SaskAlert
SaskAlert gives jurisdictions the ability to issue alerts about local emergency events to their residents, visitors and anyone passing through the areas.
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Burn Notifications and Permits
Help avoid firefighting resources from being deployed to controlled fires.
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Civic Address Registry
The Civic Address Registry (CAR) is a crucial part of the Sask911 system that provides a standardized, consistent system of recording property access points for first responders. Jurisdictions can participate in the civic address program to help ensure the system remains up-to-date.
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Provincial Disaster Assistance Program
Provincial Disaster Assistance Program
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Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund
Learn how the SPSA works with communities at risk of wildfire to mitigate their risks. This program is offered in partnership with Infrastructure Canada.
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Emergency Management Workshops and Exercises
The SPSA offers training for members of community emergency planning committees to enhance their skills and knowledge.
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Community Fire Bans
Want to know where and when you can open burn? Check out the latest fire bans.
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Wildfire Prevention and Preparedness Plans
Learn about best practices and your legal obligations to prepare for and prevent wildfires for your industrial or commercial operation.