GOC Exercise Program
A comprehensive program of training and exercises is an important component of emergency management and ensures preparedness for the challenges of incidents of all types.
The Government Operations Centre (GOC) Exercise Program strengthens emergency management capabilities and capacity across all jurisdictions and functions.
All levels of government, first responders, non-government and Indigenous organizations, as well as military officials work together to develop and deliver exercises. Exercises simulate emergency scenarios such as natural disasters, health threats and terrorist attacks to validate response plans and training, and identify areas for improvement.
The program is responsible for:
- Designing and delivering exercises to coordinate
- emergency management functions, responsibilities and plans at the federal level, including for the GOC and Public Safety
- Public Safety's participation in domestic emergency management exercises delivered by other organizations
- Co-sponsoring key activities with lead departments
- Providing leadership, oversight and guidance in setting integrated national exercise priorities.
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