emailEmergency Services Overview
The CRD has a number of response and emergency planning services within its region. Some are organized on a regional basis, while others are the responsibility of individual municipalities.
The CRD provides administrative oversight to 9-1-1 in the region. Read more 
Our regional Hazardous Material Response service is a great example of individual community fire departments working together to provide for the protection of life, property and the environment in the case of a dangerous chemical spill or other hazardous material events. Read more
The CRD acts as the local authority to the electoral areas, ensuring that we have strong emergency programs in place for the Juan de Fuca, Southern Gulf Island and Salt Spring Island Electoral Areas. Read more
The CRD is also responsible for the Search and Rescue teams in the Juan de Fuca and Salt Spring Island Electoral Areas. Read more
Additionally, the region has recognized the importance of ensuring all the local government programs for emergency management are working together, and finding ways to support each other. Read more
If you are looking for specific information on emergency response services for your community, links to programs for the electoral areas, and the municipalities can be found under the "Emergency Programs" section on the left.