Organization directory

MSC is Canada’s source for meteorological information.

The mission of the NBI is to promote the sustainable use, conservation, appreciation and enjoyment of the exceptionally rich plant life of South Africa, for the benefit of all people.

PERI is a nonprofit research institute that develops risk management education and training resources for local governments, school districts, small businesses, nonprofits and others.

AFEM’s main goal is to reduce the destructive effects of hazards through research, training and education at all levels, from policy makers to field workers associated with disaster preparedness and response.

Health Canada is the federal department responsible for helping the people of Canada maintain and improve their health.

IPSC works in support of risk prevention and management, notably in the fields of the industrial accidents (Seveso II Directive), the vulnerability assessment of buildings and IT infrastructure, the risk assessment of landslides and avalanches.

Within the framework of the Advisory Council, an ADPC Consultative Committee on Regional Cooperation in Disaster Management has been established.

The convergence of computers and communications, and the accelerating growth of global information networking is beginning to have profound impact on the organization of disaster mitigation, planning and response at all levels of society.