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Splitting public safety, emergency preparedness post a sign future disasters are ‘top of mind’ for feds

Public Safety Canada was built with an inherent flaw when it comes to emergency management, according to David Redman, who says it’s unclear the portfolio split will provide the necessary fix.

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BY MATT HORWOOD
November 9, 2021

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Splitting public safety, emergency preparedness post a sign future disasters are ‘top of mind’ for feds

Public Safety Canada was built with an inherent flaw when it comes to emergency management, according to David Redman, who says it’s unclear the portfolio split will provide the necessary fix.

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