FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Prince George, B.C. – The City of Prince George invites residents to drop in to the second annual Be Ready: Emergency Preparedness Pop-Up at Pine Centre Mall this week. Together with Lheidli T’enneh and the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George, the event educates people of all ages about emergency preparedness ahead of wildfire season.
“Thanks to a great turnout last year, we’ve expanded the 2026 event to ensure we reach more people in the community,” said emergency programs manager, Tanya Spooner.
“We encourage everyone to pop by the event this week to learn more about how to be better prepared in the event of an emergency. Having these conversations empowers residents to become preparedness champions, leading to more resilient neighbourhoods and safer communities.”
Attendees will learn how to protect their property from wildfire, what to pack in an emergency kit, how local governments prepare for emergencies, and what happens during an evacuation. The event includes:
- Information booths with local preparedness and emergency response organizations
- Emergency support services reception centre demonstration
- Expert presentations
- Prizes and giveaways
- Family day activities (Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon): face painting, colouring tables, preparedness jeopardy game, visits from Mr. PG and Ember the FireSmart fox.
The free pop-up event is located next to Paris Jewelers and is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, March 5 and Friday, March 6 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 7. More details are available on the City website.
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Media contact:
Kendall Robertson, senior communications advisor
Mobile: 778-349-5393
Email: media@princegeorge.ca