Chapter 1 Scope and authority

1.1 Aim

1.1.1 Pursuant to Section 8 of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMCPA), the Lieutenant Governor in Council (LGIC) shall formulate an emergency plan respecting emergencies arising in connection with nuclear facilities.^{footnote 1[1]}

1.1.2 Pursuant to Section 8.1 of the EMCPA, the Solicitor General (Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services) may, if considered necessary or desirable in the interests of emergency management and public safety, formulate plans respecting radiological emergencies^{footnote 2[2]} other than those arising in connection with nuclear facilities.

1.1.3 The province of Ontario (hereafter referred to as "the province") is primarily responsible for mitigating the off-site effects and coordinating the off-site response to a nuclear emergency.

1.1.4 Provincial responsibilities shall be executed by supporting and coordinating the efforts of organizations with nuclear emergency responsibilities as set out in this Provincial Nuclear Emergency Response Plan (PNERP). The province may issue operational directives and emergency orders (in the event of a declared provincial emergency), where warranted and appropriate, as further detailed in this Plan.

1.1.5 The aim of the province, in the event of a nuclear or radiological emergency, is the protection of the health, safety, welfare and property of the people of Ontario and the protection of the environment.

1.1.6 This PNERP provides the basis upon which off-site emergency management should be undertaken to achieve the above aim.

1.1.7 Nuclear and radiological emergency plans formulated by ministries, municipalities, operators of reactor facilities and nuclear establishments, and other agencies and organizations should conform to the PNERP so as to contribute to the achievement of this aim.

1.2 Guiding Principles

The following principles underlie the PNERP and, through it, guide all off-site nuclear and radiological emergency management in the province of Ontario:

1.2.1 The province, through its ministries, agencies, boards and commissions, has primary responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of all inhabitants of the province, and the protection of property and the environment.

1.2.2 The province shall support and coordinate the response to the off-site consequences of a nuclear emergency and may, where warranted and appropriate, issue operational directives and emergency orders (in the event of a declared provincial emergency) under the EMCPA.

1.2.3 In the event of a radiological emergency, the province's role may vary from providing support to coordinating the response.

1.2.4 Even though reactor facilities are designed and operated according to stringent safety standards, emergency preparedness and response must operate on the basis that mechanical failure, human error, extreme natural events or hostile action can lead to nuclear or radiological emergencies.

1.2.5 All plans should be so devised as to be able to deal effectively with a broad range of possible emergencies, including severe reactor facility accidents.

1.2.6 The protection of public health and safety and the environment must be balanced with other important considerations to ensure that the response actions result in more benefit than harm.

1.2.7 Protective measures shall be implemented to prevent acute (deterministic) effects and should be implemented to prevent or reduce chronic (stochastic) effects in the public.

1.2.8 Exposure to radiation should be kept As Low as Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) within the context of the risks and costs of such avoidance.

1.2.9 As far as is practicable, preparedness activities should be undertaken in advance to enable a rapid, effective and efficient response to a nuclear or radiological emergency.

1.2.10Preparedness activities should include a program of public awareness and education for people who might be affected, to inform them of emergency plans, how they should prepare for an emergency and what they should expect or do in an emergency.

1.2.11 As far as practicable, operational measures (especially alerting and notification systems) and protective measures should be implemented to avoid significant radiation exposure.

1.2.12 A policy of truth and transparency should be followed in providing information to the public and media prior to and during a nuclear or radiological emergency.

1.3 Administration

1.3.1 Pursuant to Section 8 of the EMCPA, the approval authority for the PNERP is the Lieutenant Governor in Council (LGIC).

1.3.2 The PNERP is administered by the Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services.

1.3.3 The PNERP shall be reviewed at least every five years. Applicable amendments shall be brought forward for LGIC approval, as required.

1.3.4 The purpose of the PNERP review process is to uphold the province's commitment to transparency and accountability, and to ensure that these plans reflect current emergency response directives, legislation, lessons learned and improvements to emergency management methodologies.

1.3.5 The review process for the PNERP shall include a documented review of the hazard identification, risk assessment, impact analysis, and planning basis (Annex L), as well as appropriate consultations with stakeholders and the public.

1.4 Nuclear and Radiological Emergencies

1.4.1 For the purposes of this plan, a nuclear emergency occurs when there is an actual or potential hazard to public health and property or the environment from ionizing radiation whose source is a reactor facility within or immediately adjacent to Ontario. Such a hazard may be caused by an accident, malfunction, or loss of control involving radioactive material.

1.4.2 For the purposes of this plan, a radiological emergency occurs when there is an actual or potential hazard to public health, property or the environment from ionizing radiation resulting from sources other than a reactor facility. Such a hazard may be caused by an accident, malfunction, or loss of control involving radioactive material.

1.4.3 Where a radiological emergency (as defined in 1.4.2 above) arises on-site at a reactor facility, the response shall be undertaken pursuant to the site-specific implementing plan for that reactor facility.

1.4.4 Nuclear and radiological emergencies may arise in Ontario under the following circumstances, among others (though not all such events would necessarily lead to such an emergency):

1. accidents or occurrences at reactor facilities, including some outside Ontario
2. accidents or occurrences at nuclear establishments
3. accidents or occurrences during the transportation of radioactive material
4. Radiological Dispersal Devices (RDD)/Radiological Exposure Devices (REDs)
5. Radiological Device (RD)
6. lost/stolen/orphan sources
7. satellite re-entry
8. nuclear weapon detonation

1.4.5 Once a reactor facility has been shut down and defueled, an assessment shall be undertaken by the province, in cooperation with additional authorities having jurisdiction, to determine the risks it may represent to the surrounding, off-site population. If it is determined that the reactor's new status poses no off-site hazard, this PNERP shall no longer apply to events originating from this reactor.

1.4.6 The following nuclear and radiological incidents would normally not need to be addressed by (fully or partially) activating the PEOC under the PNERP:

1. A nuclear accident in which the effects, both actual and potential, are expected to be confined within the boundaries of the reactor facility.
2. A radiological accident in which the effects are so localized that their impact can be satisfactorily dealt with by local emergency response personnel (police, fire, etc.) with possibly some outside technical assistance.

1.4.7 The province, through the Provincial Emergency Operations Centre (PEOC), may undertake certain measures, pursuant to this plan, before or in the absence of an emergency declaration made by the Lieutenant Governor in Council, or the Premier.

1.4.8 The province may issue operational directives for certain measures that are to be implemented, pursuant to the policy and guidance provided in this plan. This may include protective actions such as sheltering-in-place and evacuation, or operational measures such as ground and aerial monitoring. These actions shall be taken as necessary in order to protect public health and safety and the environment.

1.4.9 If the Lieutenant Governor in Council (LGIC) or the Premier declares an emergency (Section 1.5 below), the province may issue emergency orders pursuant to Section 7.0.2 of the EMCPA that address the subject of operational directives that may have already been issued.

1.4.10 The LGIC or Premier may authorize operational or protective measure deviations from the PNERP if deemed appropriate. Additionally, the LGIC or Premier may authorize the necessary resources (human, physical, informational and financial) required to support the proposed deviation.

1.5 Declaration and Termination

1.5.1 Declaration

1. The EMCPA sets out provisions for emergency declarations, as follows:
   1. The LGIC has the authority to declare a provincial emergency.
   2. The Premier may also declare a provincial emergency if the urgency of the situation requires that it be made immediately.
2. The following criteria must be met in order to declare a provincial emergency:
   1. The emergency requires immediate action to prevent, reduce or mitigate the dangers posed by the emergency.
   2. The second criteria establish a threefold test:
      • The resources normally available to the government (including legislative authorities) cannot be relied upon without risk of serious delay;
      • The resources normally available to the government may be insufficiently effective to address the emergency; or
      • It is not possible, without the risk of serious delay, to ascertain whether the resources normally available can be relied upon.

1.5.2 Termination of a Declaration

1. A declaration lasts for 14 days unless previously terminated. This declaration can be renewed for one further period of 14 days.
2. As often as required, the Legislative Assembly may, by resolution, extend the period of an emergency for additional periods of no more than 28 days.
3. An emergency declaration made by the Premier lapses after 72 hours, unless confirmed by the LGIC before it terminates.
4. An emergency declared under Paragraph 1.5.1 above is terminated at the end of the 14th day following its declaration unless the Lieutenant Governor in Council, by order, declares it to be terminated at an earlier date.

1.6 Responsibilities

The following Emergency Response Organization responsibilities for nuclear and radiological emergencies under this PNERP are described in Annex I:

1. provincial ministries (Appendices 1-12)
2. reactor facilities (Appendix 13)
3. nuclear establishments (Appendix 14)
4. Designated Municipalities (Appendices 15-16)
5. federal departments and agencies (Appendices 17-19)

1.7 Response Plans and International Arrangements

1.7.1 Provincial Nuclear Emergency Response Plan (PNERP)

1. The PNERP is a Cabinet approved document setting out the principles, concepts, organization, responsibilities, policies, functions and interrelationships, which shall govern all nuclear and radiological emergency management in Ontario.
2. The seven PNERP implementing plans apply the principles, concepts and policies contained in the master plan, in order to provide detailed guidance and direction for dealing with a specific nuclear or radiological emergency.
   1. Implementing Plans for Site-Specific Nuclear Emergencies

      Five separate emergency response plans are available to mitigate the consequences of accidents at the Pickering, Darlington and Bruce Nuclear Generating Stations, the Chalk River Laboratories (CRL) and the Fermi 2 installation in Monroe, Michigan, USA.

   2. Implementing Plan for Transborder Nuclear Emergencies

      This plan addresses a nuclear emergency caused by any nuclear accident or event occurring outside Ontario that could affect the province, including one at a number of specified reactor facilities in the USA. These are combined in one document since many of the features will be the same for all such potential emergencies.

   3. Implementing Plan for Other Radiological Emergencies

      This plan provides generic guidance for the mitigation of radiological emergencies caused by sources not covered by the other implementing plans. It would be applicable to accidents at nuclear establishments (including nuclear reactors that are smaller than 10 MWth), transportation (of radioactive goods) accidents, satellite (containing radioactive material) re-entry, Radiological Dispersal Devices (RDD), lost/stolen/orphaned sources, Radiological Devices (RD), Radiological Exposure Devices (REDs) and nuclear weapon detonations.

3. In case of any apparent difference between this master plan and the PNERP implementing plans, the latter being more detailed and specific should be applied.

1.7.2 Major Organization Plans

1. Ministry Plans

   Provincial ministries, agencies, boards and commissions shall develop their own plans and procedures to fulfil the responsibilities as outlined in the appendices to Annex I.

2. Municipal Plans
   1. Pursuant to Sections 3 and 8 of the EMCPA, municipal nuclear emergency response plans prepared by the designated municipalities in respect of reactor facility emergencies (Annex A) shall conform to this PNERP and shall address the responsibilities outlined in Annex I, Appendices 15-16.
   2. Municipalities in close proximity to, or with nuclear establishments within their boundaries, should include in their emergency response plans the measures they may need to take to respond to a radiological emergency. This would include details on the relevant notifications to and from the involved organizations (see PNERP Implementing Plan for Other Radiological Emergencies). These municipalities are termed Designated Municipalities or Designated Host Municipalities in this plan.
   3. All municipalities which have a radiological incident identified as one of their potential risks within their Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) shall include, within their municipal emergency response plans, the measures they may be required to undertake to respond to such an emergency (see PNERP Implementing Plan for Other Radiological Emergencies).
   4. All municipal nuclear or radiological emergency response plans shall provide for the development of plans and procedures involving local boards (defined pursuant to the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25) and police services operating in the area to provide necessary support and assistance required by such plans, or that which may be needed in an emergency.
3. Reactor Facility Plans

   Reactor facilities shall have emergency plans to fulfil their on-site responsibilities as well as to discharge off-site responsibilities in accordance with the Nuclear Safety and Control Act and Regulations and with the responsibilities outlined in Annex I, Appendix 13.

4. Nuclear Establishment Plans

   Nuclear establishments have plans and procedures for the control of radioactive material and for the notification of off-site authorities in the event of an accident, in accordance with the Nuclear Safety and Control Act, and its associated regulations, and with the responsibilities outlined in Annex I, Appendix 14.

5. Federal Nuclear Emergency Plan (FNEP)

   The Government of Canada responds to major nuclear or radiological emergencies with interprovincial or international implications in accordance with the FNEP. This plan contains an Ontario Annex, which provides for a liaison with Ontario, the provision of federal assistance, and provisions for obtaining international assistance, should any be requested by Ontario.

1.7.3 International Arrangements^{footnote 3[3]}

Canada participates in a number of international arrangements, including:

1. Health Canada (HC) and the US Department of Energy developed a statement of intent supporting joint Canada-USA nuclear emergency preparedness and response capabilities with the objective to identify areas where coordination and cooperation, including information sharing and mutual assistance would be beneficial to nuclear emergency management programs and capabilities.
2. Canada is a signatory of the IAEA's Convention on Assistance in the Case of a Nuclear Accident or Radiological emergency (1986), which sets out an international framework for co-operation among countries and with the IAEA to facilitate prompt assistance and support in the event of nuclear accidents or radiological emergencies.
3. Canada is a signatory of the IAEA's Convention on Early Notification of a Nuclear Accident (1986), which establishes a notification system for nuclear accidents having the potential for international trans-boundary release that could be of radiological safety significance for another country.

1.8 Federal Legislative Authority

1.8.1 FederalRoles and Responsibilities

1. Health Canada administers the Federal Nuclear Emergency Plan (FNEP), which can be activated to manage and coordinate federal response activities for a nuclear or radiological emergency requiring a multi-jurisdictional or multi-departmental off-site response. Health Canada responsibilities are outlined in Annex I, Appendix 17.
2. The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC), an independent agency of the Government of Canada, is the national regulator for the nuclear industry in Canada which includes any actions taken in response to the radiological or nuclear aspects of an emergency. In the event of a radiological or nuclear emergency, the CNSC shall monitor and evaluate the on-site response of the licensee, or in the case of an event with no identified licensee, the CNSC shall oversee and regulate the response activities of the responding organizations to ensure compliance with the Nuclear Safety and Control Act and Regulations, and ensure the health, safety and security of the response staff, the public and the environment, as well as maintain compliance with Canada's international obligations. In either case, the CNSC implements their CNSC Emergency Response Plan. CNSC responsibilities are outlined in Annex I, Appendix 18.
3. In the event of a nuclear emergency, the federal government (i.e., Public Safety Canada) will liaise with the provinces and territories as well as with neighbouring countries and the international community as outlined in Annex I, Appendix 19. The federal government will also manage nuclear liability issues and coordinate Canada's response, should Canadians be affected by a nuclear emergency in a foreign country.

1.8.2 Constitution Act, 1867

1. The regulation of nuclear energy has been deemed to be a matter of national concern that goes beyond local or provincial interests. Therefore, the federal government maintains exclusive jurisdiction over the regulation of nuclear energy in Canada.
2. The province has exclusive jurisdiction for matters of property and civil rights in the province and for all matters that affect the public health, safety and environment of the province.

1.8.3 Emergencies Act, R.S.C. 1985, c.22 (4th Supp.)

1. Pursuant to Section 6, the federal Governor in Council may declare a public welfare emergency, which includes an emergency caused by a real or imminent accident, pollution resulting in danger to life or property, social disruption or breakdown in the flow of essential goods and services, so serious as to be a national emergency.
2. Pursuant to Section 14, the Governor in Council must consult the provinces that are affected by the emergency before issuing a declaration of public welfare emergency. However, where the emergency is confined to one province, the Governor in Council may only issue a declaration of public welfare emergency or take other steps when the Lieutenant Governor of the province has indicated to the federal Governor in Council that the emergency exceeds the capacity of the province to deal with it.
3. Pursuant to Section 8, while a declaration of a public welfare emergency is in effect, the Governor in Council may make necessary orders or regulations that are necessary to deal with the emergency. The orders or regulations made by the Governor in Council should not unduly impair the ability of the province to take measures, under provincial legislation, for dealing with the emergency.

1.8.4 Emergency Management Act, S.C. 2007, c.15

1. This Act assigns responsibility to the Minister of Public Safety Canada for the coordination of emergency management activities including the development and implementation of federal civil emergency plans in cooperation with other levels of government and the private sector.
2. Federal authorities also coordinate or support the provision of assistance to a province during or after a provincial emergency. Assistance could include financial assistance where the emergency has been declared to be of concern to the federal government and the province has requested assistance.

1.8.5 Nuclear Safety and Control Act, R.S.C. 1997, c.9

1. This Act establishes the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission, which is responsible for regulating activities related to nuclear energy including the construction and operation of reactor facilities, and response to emergencies with radiological or nuclear aspects.
2. The Commission is given exceptional powers including the power to make any order in an emergency that it considers necessary to protect the environment or the health and safety of persons or to maintain national security and compliance with Canada's international obligations. [See Section 47 (1) of the Act].

1.8.6 Nuclear Safety and Control Act, Class I Nuclear Facilities Regulations (SOR/2000-204)

Licensed nuclear facilities (e.g. reactor facilities) are required to demonstrate proposed measures to prevent or mitigate the effects of accidental releases, including:

1. Assisting off-site authorities in planning and preparing to limit effects;
2. Notification of off-site authorities;
3. Reporting information to off-site authorities during and after a release;
4. Assisting off-site authorities in mitigating the effects of accidental releases.

1.8.7 Nuclear Liability and Compensation Act S.C. 2015, c.4, s.120

1. The federal Nuclear Liability and Compensation Act S.C. 2015, c.4, s.120, administered by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), governs liability insurance conditions in Canada for nuclear emergencies.This legislation provides specific direction to address the following requirements:
   1. Operators of all nuclear facilities shall maintain mandatory insurance with the Nuclear Insurance Association of Canada to cover third-party liability.
   2. A system of compensation is defined for victims of nuclear accidents, the NLCA providing compensation for injury, loss of life, loss of property, and damage resulting from loss of property or damage to property.
   3. Victims could, in the event of a nuclear accident, either submit claims to the insurer which could assess and pay claims on behalf of the operator or, where it is deemed in the public interest to do so, the federal cabinet could establish the Nuclear Damage Claims Commission (NDCC).
2. If so directed, the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs (MMA) shall liaise with the federal government and the Nuclear Insurance Association of Canada to ensure that any financial assistance provided by Ontario does not duplicate assistance provided under the federal legislation.

1.8.8 Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act (S.C.1992, c.34)

This legislation, administered by Transport Canada, governs the transportation of dangerous goods (including goods classed as radioactive). It mandates the development and implementation of regulations designed to protect public safety and the environment. It also mandates that emergency response capabilities must exist in the event of a transportation accident involving these goods.

1.9 Provincial Legislative Authority

1.9.1 Provincial Roles and Responsibilities

1. The provincial government has jurisdiction over public health and safety, property and the environment within its borders. In the event of a nuclear or radiological emergency, the province is primarily responsible for mitigating the off-site consequences of the emergency, by supporting and coordinating the off-site response, and for directing the off-site response to those emergencies as detailed in this plan.
2. The provincial response to nuclear and radiological emergencies is coordinated through the PEOC.
3. All activities, actions and decisions regarding possession, handling, transport or storage of radioactive nuclear material associated with the off-site response must meet the requirements of the Nuclear Safety and Control Act and Regulations, or receive CNSC approval prior to possession, handling, storing or transporting such material.

1.9.2 Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act R.S.O 1990, Chapter E.9

1. The legislative authority for emergency management, planning and response for Ontario is the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMCPA).
2. The PNERP is formulated by the Lieutenant Governor in Council (LGIC) under Section 8 of the EMCPA.
3. Emergency Orders
   1. Once a provincial declaration of emergency has been made (see Section 1.5 above), the LGIC has the power to make emergency orders and may delegate these powers to a Minister, to the Commissioner of Emergency Management (CEM), or designate. All emergency orders must be consistent with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
   2. A Minister to whom powers have been delegated may in turn delegate any of his or her powers to the CEM.
   3. Emergency orders are made only if they are necessary and essential, and they would alleviate harm and damage and are a reasonable alternative to other measures.
   4. Emergency orders must only apply to those areas where they are necessary and should be in effect only for as long as necessary.
4. Reporting Requirements
   1. During an emergency, the Premier or a minister (delegated) is required to regularly report to the public with respect to the emergency.
   2. The Premier is required to submit a report in respect of the emergency to the Assembly within 120 days following the termination of the emergency. If the Assembly is not in session at that time, the Premier is required to submit a report within 7 days of the Assembly reconvening.
5. Liability for Action
   1. Pursuant to Section 11(1) of the EMCPA, Ministers of the Crown, Crown employees, members of municipal councils and municipal employees are protected from personal liability for doing any act done in good faith under the Act or pursuant to an Order made under the Act.
   2. Emergency plans authorize crown and municipal employees to take action under those plans where an emergency exists but has not yet been declared to exist (Section 9 of the EMCPA).
6. The authority, responsibilities, functions and tasks outlined in the PNERP and its implementing plans shall carry the following implications:
   1. In the case of those assigned to an organization, it should be the responsibility of the operational or administrative head of the organization to ensure their implementation.
   2. In the case of those assigned to a position, implementation should also be the responsibility of any substitute, alternate or the person next in line of authority if the permanent incumbent of that position is absent or otherwise unable to take the necessary action.

1.9.3 Order in Council 1157/2009

The LGIC assigns responsibilities for formulating emergency plans in respect of specific types of emergencies to ministers (Section 6 of the EMCPA). In addition to the obligation of Cabinet to formulate this plan, responsibilities for nuclear and radiological emergencies reside with the Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services.

1.9.4 Ontario Drinking Water Quality Standards (O. Reg. 169/03)

Provincial standards for water quality are set out in Ontario Drinking Water Quality Standards (O. Reg. 169/03), a regulation under the Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002, S.O. 2002, c. 32. Operational Intervention Levels (OILs) (Annex E, Appendix 2) for water quality are based on this standard.

1.10 Municipal Legislative Authority

1.10.1 Municipal Roles and Responsibilities

1. Pursuant to Section 3(4) of the EMCPA, municipalities have been designated to prepare plans in respect of nuclear emergencies.
2. Designated Municipalities preparing plans in respect of a nuclear emergency include:
   1. Municipalities located within a nuclear Detailed Planning Zone (DPZ).
   2. Municipalities acting as a host community.
3. Designated Municipalities are listed in Annex A.
4. Annex I, Appendices 15-16 address the main responsibilities of the Designated Municipalities.
5. e) Municipalities in close proximity to, or with nuclear establishments within their boundaries, should include in their emergency response plans the measures they may need to take to mitigate the off-site consequences of a radiological emergency. This would include details on the relevant notifications to and from the involved organizations (see PNERP Implementing Plan for Other Radiological Emergencies).
6. All municipalities which have a radiological emergency identified as one of their potential risks, within their HIRA (pursuant to Section 2.1(3) of the EMCPA), should include, within their municipal emergency response plans, the measures they may need to undertake to deal with such an emergency (see PNERP Implementing Plan for Other Radiological Emergencies).

1.10.2 Designated Municipalities' Legislative Authority

1. Pursuant to Section 3(4) of the EMCPA, the Designated Municipalities shall formulate plans to deal with the off-site consequences of nuclear emergencies caused by the corresponding reactor facility (Annex A).
2. These plans should also contain, where applicable, arrangements for the provision of services and assistance by county departments, local police services, fire services, paramedic services, hospitals and local boards.
3. As required by Section 8 of the EMCPA, municipal nuclear emergency response plans shall conform to the PNERP and be subject to the approval of the Solicitor General (this function is fulfilled by the Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services). The Solicitor General may make such alterations as considered necessary for the purpose of coordinating the municipal plan with the province's plan.
4. As required by Section 5 of the EMCPA, plans of lower-tier municipalities shall conform to the plans of their Upper-tier Municipality.
5. Pursuant to Sections 2(3) and 3(4) of the EMCPA, every Municipality, in developing their emergency management program, must identify and assess the various hazards and risks to public safety that could give rise to emergencies. Where a Municipality identifies radiological risks (as per PNERP Implementing Plan for Other Radiological Emergencies), the emergency plan for that Municipality must include provisions to deal with such an emergency.

1.10.3 Upper-Tier Municipal Involvement

Where the Upper-tier Municipality is not the Designated Municipality under this PNERP it may, with the consent of its Designated Municipalities, coordinate the nuclear emergency plans for those municipalities.

1.10.4 Support Municipalities

1. In the event of a declared emergency, the LGIC or the Premier may order a Municipality to provide support or assistance to Designated Municipalities or to affected municipalities. Such orders, if made, would be authorized by Sections 7.0.2(4) or 7.0.3 of the EMCPA.
2. Support and assistance may include, but shall not be limited to, personnel, equipment, services and material.