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.