VANCOUVER, Oct. 19, 2016 /CNW/ - Join the Honourable Naomi Yamamoto, Minister of State for Emergency Preparedness along with representatives from the BC Earthquake Alliance, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) and London Drugs for the Great British Columbia ShakeOut on October 20.
The "Drop, Cover and Hold On" earthquake drill will be complimented with an evacuation exercise and a preparedness fair for staff and partners at London Drugs Head Office. Holding this year's earthquake drill with London Drugs highlights the importance of business engagement in emergency preparedness. It also showcases what businesses in BC are doing to teach their employees about earthquake preparedness.
Media availability will follow the drill with event participants, including an earthquake seismologist from the Geological Survey of Canada, Natural Resources Canada.
| Date: |
Thursday,October 20, 2016 |
| Time: |
11:30am. PST (Media are encouraged to arrive at 11:15 a.m.) |
| Location: |
London Drugs Head Office |
| 12251 Horseshoe Way |
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| Richmond, BC |
About ShakeOutBC
The Great British Columbia ShakeOut aims to raise awareness about BC's earthquake risk and the importance of "Drop, Cover and Hold On." In 2015, more than 770,000 British Columbians participated in the annual drill, joining more than 43 million people worldwide. For information about ShakeOutBC and how to take part, please visit www.shakeoutbc.ca. You can also connect with ShakeOutBC on Twitter (@ShakeOutBC), Facebook and Instagram.
About London Drugs
Founded in 1945, B.C.-based London Drugs has 79 stores in more than 35 major markets throughout British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba including its online store. London Drugs offers consumers a range of products from digital cameras and cosmetics to computers and televisions. Renowned for its creative approach to retailing, the company employs more than 7,500 people with pharmacy and health care services being the heart of its business. Committed to innovation and superior customer service, London Drugs has established itself as a reputable and caring company and continues to position itself for future growth and development.
About Insurance Bureau of Canada
Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is the national industry association representing Canada's private home, auto and business insurers. Its member companies make up 90% of the property and casualty (P&C) insurance market in Canada. For more than 50 years, IBC has worked with governments across the country to help make affordable home, auto and business insurance available for all Canadians. IBC supports the vision of consumers and governments trusting, valuing and supporting the private P&C insurance industry. It champions key issues and helps educate consumers on how best to protect their homes, cars, businesses and properties.
P&C insurance touches the lives of nearly every Canadian and plays a critical role in keeping businesses safe and the Canadian economy strong. It employs more than 120,000 Canadians, pays $8.2 billion in taxes and has a total premium base of $49 billion.
For media releases and more information, please visit IBC's Media Centre at www.ibc.ca. Follow IBC on Twitter @InsuranceBureau and @IBC_West or on Facebook. If you have a question about home, auto or business insurance, contact IBC's Consumer Information Centre at 1-844-2ask-IBC.
Why "Drop, Cover and Hold On"?
"Drop, Cover, Hold On" is internationally recognized as the best way to prevent injuries and save lives during an earthquake. Dropping to the ground prevents the earthquake from causing you to fall. Taking cover and holding helps protect you from flying objects and falling debris. Follow the link for short informational videos on proper form and more on why it works: http://ow.ly/T2y2x.
If you require more information, spokespeople are available to discuss the details in this advisory.
SOURCE Insurance Bureau of Canada
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The Great British Columbia ShakeOut, Media Relations, [email protected]; Wendy Hartley, London Drugs Media Relations, 604-817-2758, [email protected]; Andrew McGrath, Manager, Media Relations, Insurance Bureau of Canada, 416-362-2031 ext. 4312, [email protected]
Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is the national industry association representing Canada's private home, auto and business insurers. Its member companies make up the vast majority of the property and casualty (P&C) insurance market in Canada. For more than 50 years, IBC...
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