While the government has apologized for the error, it has hardly quashed concerns from Canadians about the system and how a message like that could be mistakenly broadcast. Continue reading
The test is scheduled for 1:55 p.m. on Nov. 27 as part of a national test of the Alert Ready system, meant to improve public safety during emergency events. Continue reading
The province is testing its emergency alert system at 1:55 p.m. PT on Wednesday. Continue reading
Residents in most of the country’s provinces and territories will receive an audible alarm on Wednesday, as Canada’s Alert Ready system performs a test. Continue reading
The national emergency alert system will be tested at 1:55 p.m., as part of Emergency Preparedness Week. Continue reading
The system is designed to deliver critical and potentially life-saving alerts. Continue reading
People in Saskatoon can expect to receive two test messages this week to help prepare for real emergency situations. Continue reading
The two provinces are opting out of the testing because neither wants to send unnecessary alert tones to residents dealing with historic flooding, according to Public Safety Canada. Continue reading
“We had information at the time to believe that he did not have access to the child,” Pattenden said. “We found now that he did have access to the child.” Continue reading
Some Manitobans, upset or confused about the Amber Alert on their phones Thursday, called 911. Police say people call that line for non-emergencies all too often. Continue reading