School's Out - Has Your Emergency Plan Changed?

School’s out and routines have changed. Update your family’s emergency plan so everyone knows what to do if an evacuation becomes necessary.

What Come From Away Reminded Me About Emergency Support Services

Come From Away is more than a great show. It reminds us that at the heart of every emergency response are people helping people, supported by compassion and training.

Wildfire Season is Here: Are You Ready?

The time to prepare is now. Joe and Hilda's story shows how quickly wildfire can change lives—and why every family needs a plan.

The Night the Power Went Out: What Every Family Wishes They Had Ready

When the lights go out, preparedness gets real. Learn what families wish they had ready before the next outage—plus simple steps to start today.

6 Reasons People Don’t Prepare (And Why They Don’t Hold Up)

Most people don’t avoid preparedness because they don’t care. They avoid it because life gets busy… until disaster changes everything.

When Disaster Strikes - Who has your Kids?

  • Jackie Kloosterboer

If you cannot reach your kids during a disaster, what is your plan? Simple, practical steps every parent should take to keep their children safe.

The First Mistake Families Make When They Have to Evacuate Quickly

When families have to leave fast, most think the biggest mistake is forgetting something important. It’s not. After 30+ years supporting evacuations, I’ve seen the real issue over and over again. It’s not what people forget to pack. It’s what they never decided ahead of time.

What an Exercise Reveals That a Plan Never Will!

Plans look great on paper. But when you run an exercise, the truth shows up, and it changes everything about how you prepare for disasters.

No More Clock Changes in BC.....So When Should you Check Your Disaster Supplies Now?

BC has stopped changing the clocks. Without the time change reminder, when should we check our disaster kits? Here are simple ways to build a new preparedness habit.

Preparedness Isn't Just a Kit. Its a Conversation (Most Families Never Have)

You can have the supplies and still not be prepared. Real readiness starts with conversations most families never have.

We'll Figure It Out - Why Some People Don't Think Disaster Preparedness is Necessary

Disaster preparedness is often avoided not from fear, but from overwhelm. Understanding why families resist is the first step forward.

Introducing Mom's Ultimate Disaster Plan Online Program: Because Your Family Deserves to be Ready!

  • Jackie Kloosterboer

Most families want to be prepared—but don’t know where to start. That’s why I created Mom’s Ultimate Disaster Plan, a simple step-by-step online course that helps busy parents get their families ready without overwhelm. With short videos, a fillable workbook, and real-life tips from 30 years of experience responding to disasters, this program provides you with the clarity, confidence, and peace of mind every family deserves.