Making your emergency kits
At home
The Emergency Survival Checklist below outlines the basic items every individual should have:
Flashlight and batteries
Radio and batteries or crank radio
Spare batteries (for radio and flashlight)
First-aid kit
Telephone that can work during a power disruption
Candles and matches/lighter
Extra car keys and cash
Important papers (identification)
Non-perishable food (ready-to-eat items that do not require refrigeration)
Manual can opener
Bottled water (4 litres per person per day)
Clothing and footwear
Blankets or sleeping bag
Toilet paper and other personal items
Medication
Backpack/duffle bag
Whistle (to attract attention, if needed)
Playing cards
Since emergency supply requirements vary for individuals with special needs and different disabilities, please refer to the Emergency Preparedness Guide for People With Disabilities/Special Needs.
Remember that families with babies and toddlers will have additional needs. Remember to include things like diapers, baby food and formula, bottles/sippy cups, toys, crayons and paper etc.
In the car
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Basic supplies in your car will help keep you safe and provide comfort in case you become stranded in your car. Your car emergency survival kit should include:
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Shovel
Sand, salt or kitty litter for traction
Traction mats
Tow chain or rope
Compass
Cloth or roll of paper towels
Warning light or road flares
Extra clothing and footwear
Non-perishable food and water
Axe or hatchet
Small tool kit
Booster cables
Ice scraper and brush
Road maps
Matches and a “survival” candle in a deep can (to warm hands, heat a drink or use as an emergency light)
Fire extinguisher
Methyl hydrate (for fuel line and windshield de-icing)
Flashlight and batteries
First-aid kit with seatbelt cutter
Blanket
Know the risks
Make a plan
Information provided by the Government of Canada's GetPrepared.ca