Emergency Response Assistance Canada (ERAC) is a not-for-profit emergency preparedness and response organization created by industry for industry, and a subsidiary of the Canadian Propane Association.
For forty years, we have developed, implemented, and supported over 360 emergency response plans, including Emergency Response Assistance Plan (ERAP)s, environmental emergency plans, rail security plans and spill contingency plans, on behalf of over 320 Plan members nationwide.
Beyond planning and preparedness, ERAC provides access to a national emergency response network of highly trained contracted responders, Technical Advisors, and specialized emergency response equipment strategically positioned across Canada. Backed by 24/7 emergency support, we help ensure qualified personnel and resources are ready to respond safely and effectively to dangerous goods incidents whenever and wherever they occur in Canada.
We're here to keep you safe every day and fully ready to respond when it matters most.
Testimonials
Hear directly from our Plan members, industry partners and associations about the value Emergency Response Assistance Canada brings to emergency preparedness and response throughout Canada.
"ERAC’s sustained service at the national level, combined with the application of new technologies and a robust safety culture, has measurably strengthened Canada’s dangerous goods preparedness and response system. The professionalism and commitment to learning demonstrated by the ERAC team continue to advance emergency management practices and improve outcomes for both communities and responders."
"Since it’s inception 40 years ago with a focus on propane mutual aid capacity, ERAC has evolved and continuously improved to become a trusted national leader in emergency management for hazardous flammable gases and liquids, working collaboratively with industry, first responders, and regulators to ensure well trained response capabilities are immediately available when an incident does occur."
"The growth and evolution of ERAC over the past 40 years has been remarkable and the passionate dedication to emergency response is truly something we are grateful for every day. ERAC does so much to put the minds of members at ease, that should an emergency occur, its valuable service is just a phone call a way from having the highest quality emergency response put into action."
"ERAC has always demonstrated their ability to work through complex emergency response situations while keeping the safety of people, communities, responders, property and the environment top of mind. ERAC’s unwavering commitment to always operate safely with an intentional focus on prevention can be found at every step within their operations."
ERAC PLAN PARTICIPANT MEMBERS If you are experiencing an emergency, call the ERAP phone number: 1‑800‑265‑0212
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