Actions taken to prepare for effective issue or emergency response. Preparedness activities consist of all hazard planning for response and recovery during emergencies as well as training and exercising of the plans
Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC) National Emergency Management Plan, Glossary, Minister of Public Works and Government Services, Ottawa, Canada 2011. http://www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/eng/1324572607784#a1, (ND/ Avalan/ Snowpack - Amer) {133}