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Canada’s Emergency Alert System Test Scheduled for May 7

The biannual Alert Ready test will occur at staggered times across provinces and territories, excluding Quebec, to ensure system functionality and public preparedness.

An emergency alert is seen on a mobile phone in North Vancouver, B.C. on Wed., Nov. 16, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward
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Overview

  • The Alert Ready system, delivering emergency alerts via TV, radio, and smartphones, will conduct its nationwide test on May 7, 2025.
  • Test alerts will be sent at specific times in each province and territory, with no test scheduled for Quebec this round.
  • The test will include the distinctive alert tone and alternate formats for accessibility, such as text-to-speech and vibration features.
  • Emergency alerts cover a range of scenarios, including natural disasters, security threats, and AMBER alerts, issued by provincial or territorial officials.
  • Participation in the test is mandatory, with alerts potentially overriding silent settings on compatible devices.