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The Alert Ready system is developed in partnership with federal, provincial and territorial emergency management officials, Environment Canada and the broadcast industry to ensure you receive alerts immediately and know when to take action to keep yourself and your family safe.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="next-section-control-wrapper"> <div class="next-section-control" data-target="alert-audio"> <p class="scroll-down-text">Scroll Down</p> </div> </div> </section> <a name="alert-types"></a> <section id="alert-ready-types-wrapper" class="fw"> <div id="alert-ready-types"> <div id="types-content-wrapper" class="fw"> <div id="types-content" class="fw"> <div id="types-content-headline-wrapper"> <p id="types-content-headline" class="panel-headline">What types of alerts are broadcast?</p> </div> <div id="types-content-text-wrapper"> <p class="types-content-text panel-body">Government officials developed a specific list of the types of alerts that are considered a threat to life and should be "broadcast immediately." Below is a complete list and description of these alerts.</p> </div> <div id="types-content-list-wrapper"> <ul id="types-content-list"> <li class="types-content-list-item"> <div class="types-content-list-item-control" data-content="fire"> <div class="fire control-label"> Fire <span class="indicator mobile">+</span> </div> <div class="alert-type-info"> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Wild Fire</p> <p class="type-event-body">A wild fire involves natural combustibles (including grass, brush and trees).</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Industrial Fire</p> <p class="type-event-body">An industrial fire is a large fire in an industrial building or complex that poses a threat to human health.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Urban Fire</p> <p class="type-event-body">An urban fire threatens multiple residential and/or commercial properties.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Forest Fire</p> <p class="type-event-body">A wildfire or prescribed fire that is burning in forested areas, grass or alpine/tundra vegetation and poses a threat to human safety.</p> </div> </div> </div> </li> <li class="types-content-list-item"> <div class="types-content-list-item-control" data-content="natural"> <div class="natural control-label"> Natural <span class="indicator mobile">+</span> </div> <div class="alert-type-info"> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Storm Surge</p> <p class="type-event-body">A storm surge is abnormal rise in sea level accompanying an intense storm or hurricane that poses a threat to coastal areas.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Flash Flood</p> <p class="type-event-body">Often occurring from river ice jams and excessive unexpected rainfall, a flash flood is the sudden onset of water causing immediate flooding. This event presents a unique danger to life and safety as there is little or no warning that this event will occur.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Dam Overflow</p> <p class="type-event-body">An overflowing or failing of a dam or reservoir that threatens areas downstream is a dam overflow. An alert is issued only in the case of imminent flooding.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Earthquake</p> <p class="type-event-body">An earthquake is a sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust that creates seismic waves that can cause substantial damage, especially in urban environments.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Magnetic Storm</p> <p class="type-event-body">A magnetic storm is a worldwide disturbance of the Earth's magnetic field that can disable electronic devices and infrastructure.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Landslide</p> <p class="type-event-body">The general term for a wide variety of processes and landforms involving the down slope movement under the force of gravity of masses of soil and rock material, a landslide can threaten communities and infrastructure located in its path.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Meteorite</p> <p class="type-event-body">A natural object of extraterrestrial origin (meteoroid) that passes through the atmosphere and hits the ground.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Tsunami</p> <p class="type-event-body">A tsunami is a gravitational sea wave produced by a large-scale, short-duration disturbance of the ocean floor.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Lahar</p> <p class="type-event-body">Lahar is a flowing mixture of water-saturated rock debris that forms on the slopes of a volcano. Moving down slope under the force of gravity, lahar can threaten communities situated near the volcano.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Pyroclastic Flow</p> <p class="type-event-body">A pyroclastic flow is a high density flow of solid volcanic fragments suspended in gas that flows down slope from a volcanic vent and can threaten communities situated near the volcanos.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Pyroclastic Surge</p> <p class="type-event-body">A pyroclastic surge is a turbulent, low-density cloud of hot rock debris and gases that are ejected during a volcanic eruption that moves over the ground surface at a high speed.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Volcanic Ash</p> <p class="type-event-body">Volcanic ash is comprised of dust or particles emitted by a volcano during a eruption. Volcanic ash may remain suspended in the atmosphere for a long period of time.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Hurricane</p> <p class="type-event-body">A hurricane is violent storm comprised of intense winds and, heavy rain, potentially causing a storm surge, floods, coastal erosion or landslides.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Tornado</p> <p class="type-event-body">A tornado is a vortex of a violently rotating winds, often forming a funnel shaped cloud that is capable of damaging property and injuring people.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Thunder storm</p> <p class="type-event-body">A thunder storm is a storm of heavy rain accompanied by thunder and lightning that poses a threat to persons.</p> </div> </div> </div> </li> <li class="types-content-list-item"> <div class="types-content-list-item-control" data-content="biological"> <div class="biological control-label"> Biological <span class="indicator mobile">+</span> </div> <div class="alert-type-info"> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Chemical</p> <p class="type-event-body">If misused or improperly released, a chemical substance could result in serious injury.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Biological</p> <p class="type-event-body">A potentially dangerous and poisonous, a biological substance is usually very unstable and can easily be transferred.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Radiological</p> <p class="type-event-body">In sufficient concentration, a radiological substance can damage the environment or human health.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Drinking Water Contamination</p> <p class="type-event-body">Contamination of drinking water is when water quality is negatively affected and a boil-water advisory may be raised, cautioning use by the public.</p> </div> </div> </div> </li> <li class="types-content-list-item"> <div class="types-content-list-item-control" data-content="hazardous"> <div class="hazardous control-label"> Hazardous Materials <span class="indicator mobile">+</span> </div> <div class="alert-type-info"> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Explosive</p> <p class="type-event-body">Explosive material including an explosive device is a potentially dangerous substance, that can produce an explosion if released suddenly.</p> </div> </div> </div> </li> <li class="types-content-list-item"> <div class="types-content-list-item-control" data-content="environmental"> <div class="environmental control-label"> Environmental <span class="indicator mobile">+</span> </div> <div class="alert-type-info"> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Air Quality</p> <p class="type-event-body">A decrease in air quality is caused by an elevated particulate count in the atmosphere that can negatively affect visibility or the health of individuals.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Falling Object</p> <p class="type-event-body">A natural, human-made material that is descending by force of gravity and can pose a threat to persons or property</p> </div> </div> </div> </li> <li class="types-content-list-item"> <div class="types-content-list-item-control" data-content="terrorist"> <div class="terrorist control-label"> Terrorist Hazard <span class="indicator mobile">+</span> </div> <div class="alert-type-info"> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Terrorist Threat</p> <p class="type-event-body">A terrorist threat is a declaration of intent by individuals or groups to commit a violent act against civilians or infrastructure.</p> </div> </div> </div> </li> <li class="types-content-list-item"> <div class="types-content-list-item-control" data-content="civil"> <div class="civil control-label"> Civil <span class="indicator mobile">+</span> </div> <div class="alert-type-info"> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Civil Emergency</p> <p class="type-event-body">A civil emergency occurs when humans cause a disruption of services or require varying levels of support, law enforcement or attention.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Animal Danger</p> <p class="type-event-body">Animal danger is when a wild or domesticated animal poses a threat to human life or property.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Amber Alert</p> <p class="type-event-body">An Amber Alert is issued by police services when a child has been abducted and it is believed that his/her life is in grave danger. An Amber Alert provides the public with immediate and up-to-date information about the abduction and solicits the public's help in the safe and swift return of the child.</p> </div> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">911 Service</p> <p class="type-event-body">A 911 service alert happens when there is a disruption or outage of telecommunication services between the public and emergency responders.</p> </div> </div> </div> </li> <li class="types-content-list-item"> <div class="types-content-list-item-control" data-content="administrative"> <div class="administrative control-label"> Administrative <span class="indicator mobile">+</span> </div> <div class="alert-type-info"> <div class="type-event-item"> <p class="type-event-header">Test Message</p> <p class="type-event-body">A test message may be issued for either public awareness or technical testing purposes.</p> </div> </div> </div> </li> </ul> <div id="types-disclaimer">*Not all alerts are relevant to every location, provincial/territorial governments may vary</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <a name="alert-audio"></a> <section id="alert-ready-audio-wrapper" class="fw"> <div class="next-section-control-wrapper"> <div class="next-section-control" data-target="alert-howto"> <p class="scroll-down-text">Scroll Down</p> </div> </div> <div id="alert-ready-audio"> <div id="audio-content" class="fw"> <div id="audio-content-image-wrapper"> </div> <div id="audio-content-headline-wrapper"> <p id="audio-content-headline" class="panel-headline">What does an alert sound like?</p> </div> <div id="audio-content-text-wrapper"> <div id="spa-naadsplayer"> <span id="play-audio" class="audio-content-text panel-body">If you <span class="play-sound">hear this</span> on your TV or favourite radio station pay attention and take action right away</span> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <a name="alert-howto"></a> <section id="alert-ready-howto-wrapper" class="fw"> <div id="alert-ready-howto"> <div id="howto-content" class="fw"> <div class="howto-content-image-wrapper top"> <div class="howto-content-image top fhfw"></div> </div> <div class="howto-info"> <div id="howto-content-headline-wrapper"> <p id="howto-content-headline" class="panel-headline">How to Prepare for an Emergency</p> </div> <div id="howto-content-text-wrapper"> <p class="howto-content-text panel-body"> Disaster can strike with little to no notice, that's why the best way to be ready for any emergency is to have a plan. Here are some useful videos to help you and your family make a plan, so you have one when you need it. Public Safety Canada offers a resource to help you plan. <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20160608231225/http://www.getprepared.gc.ca/" target="_blank">www.getprepared.gc.ca</a> <br> </p> </div> <div id="howto-content-carousel-wrapper"> <div id="howto-content-carousel"> <div id="spa-naads-playlist" class="video-slider"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="howto-content-image-wrapper bottom"> <div class="howto-content-image bottom fhfw"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="next-section-control-wrapper"> <div class="next-section-control" data-target="alert-faq"> <p class="scroll-down-text">Scroll Down</p> </div> </div> </section> <section id="alert-ready-locations-wrapper" class="fw"> <div id="alert-ready-locations"> <div id="locations-content" class="fw"> <div id="locations-content-text-wrapper"> <p class="locations-content-text panel-body"> To learn more about how emergency alerts are broadcast in your region and other resources please select your province or territory below. 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The Weather Network keeps you aware of weather and safety concerns so that you can take the appropriate precautions to protect yourself, your family and your property. </p> <p class="twn-content-text panel-body">To see current weather alerts in your region please visit:<br><span class="panel-body-link"><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20160608231225/http://www.theweathernetwork.com/maps/alerts" class="panel-body-link-anchor" target="_blank">The Weather Network Alerts</a></span> </p> <p class="twn-content-text panel-body">Sign up to receive Public Safety Alerts with <span class="panel-body-link"><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20160608231225/http://www.theweathernetwork.com/weather-apps/mobile" class="panel-body-link-anchor" target="_blank">The Weather Network apps</a></span>. </p> </div> </div> </div> </section> <a name="alert-faq"></a> <section id="alert-faq-wrapper" class="fw"> <div id="alert-faq"> <div id="faq-content" class="fw"> <div id="faq-content-headline-wrapper"> <p id="faq-content-headline" class="panel-headline">FAQs</p> </div> <div id="faq-content-list-wrapper"> <ul class="faq-content-list"> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q1"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">What is Alert Ready?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">Alert Ready is a system that allows Canadian government officials at the federal, provincial and municipal level to issue all types of public safety messages. Media companies, including television, radio stations & websites access the alerts and relay them to their consumers.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q2"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">What types of alerts will be issued?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">The Alert Ready system allows officials at each level of government to issue a wide range of public safety messages. The scope can cover events such as tornadoes, train derailments, industrial fires, water contamination and missing persons as well as informational alerts such as frost warnings. The list is not limited to weather or environmental warnings. For a full list, click <a href="#alert-types">here</a>.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q3"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">Will all alerts be available on broadcast services?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">There are specific alerts that are to be immediately broadcasted to consumers by all broadcasters and media companies. Broadcast immediately alerts are those that pose an imminent threat to life or property. These alerts have the highest level of severity, urgency and certainty. <br>It is at the discretion of each of the broadcasters and media companies to choose to make available other alerts that may be of interest to their consumers.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q4"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">Who can issue an alert within government agencies?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">Each provincial or territorial government will decide who will have the authority to issue alerts. For example, alerts could be issued by provincial or municipal emergency management offices or by local police or fire departments. <br>Federally, Environment Canada uses the Alert Ready system to distribute weather warnings, watches and alerts.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q5"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">Will there be a lot of alerts being issued?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">The amount and type of alerts are expected to vary from province to province. Broadcast immediately alerts are expected to be infrequent.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q6"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">Are media (television, radio stations, news services) required by law or regulation to broadcast or distribute alerts?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">As of <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20160608231225/http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/archive/2014/2014-444.htm" target="_blank">March 31, 2015</a> cable and satellite companies, radio stations, over-the-air television stations and video-on-demand services in Canada are required to broadcast or distribute alerts that represent a threat to life or property. <br>Campus, community and native radio and television broadcasters as well as radio communication distributors will have an additional year to begin broadcasting alerts.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q7"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">Will the alerts be for my specific area?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">The alerting authority will determine what areas are affected by an incident, weather or environmental situation. They will use a standard system that will typically correspond with census divisions and sub-divisions that are usually along municipal boundaries. The standardized system will allow participating radio, television, cable and satellite companies to broadcast the alerts that are most relevant to the communities they serve.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q8"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">Will multiple alerts be generated for the same event if sent by multiple authorities? For example, a heavy rain warning from Environment Canada and flooding warning from the provincial or territorial authority.</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">It is possible for multiple alert messages to be issued for the same event because the event is being managed by different government levels or departments. <br>However, emergency management officials are experts in their fields and coordinate activities, including public alerting very closely and will be monitoring alerts issued by neighbouring jurisdictions.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q9"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">How will I know when an alert has ended?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">Alerting authorities must set a time when they expect the alert to expire. In addition they may cancel or update an alert anytime they wish if the situation has changed or is considered "all-clear." Radio, television, cable and satellite companies have the option to notify the public when an alert is no longer in effect based on this information.<br>It is important to note that the expiry date and time indicates when an alert expires, but does not necessarily indicate when an emergency is over. It indicates when the alert expires. Because each alert issued requires that an expiry date and time be included, alerting authorities estimate when they think the alert will need to be updated or cancelled. The expiry date and time information is not included when played on television or radio, but might be listed if the alert is communicated through other mediums, such as websites and email.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q10"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">What will alerts look like on my television?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">An alert begins with the alerting attention signal interrupting scheduled program audio, followed by the alert presented as a full screen or a crawler section at the bottom of the screen.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q11"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">What will alerts sound like on my radio?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">An alert begins with the alerting attention signal interrupting current programming followed by a description of the potential threat.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q12"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">Will alerts interrupt my television show?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">The exact manner in which alerts will be broadcast is left to the discretion of the local television broadcaster, cable or satellite distributor. A crawl across the top or bottom of the screen or a full-page display is expected for most alerts.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q13"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">What type of security is in place so that I know the alerts are being sent by an authorized agency?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">The operators of the Alert Ready system and government officials at all levels take security very seriously. <br>In addition to the security measures that government agencies take every day to ensure access to their system is by authorized personnel only, additional passwords and user identification is needed for users of the Alert Ready system. Separately, Pelmorex Media, the operator of the Alert Ready system, has additional measures in place to prevent unauthorized access. <br>Finally, each individual message issued using the Alert Ready system will have a unique digital certificate to ensure its authenticity.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q14"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">How are alerts made available to the visually impaired?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">Government authorities can include an audio file version of the text portion of the alert message. If this is not provided, broadcasters may use text-to-speech software to create an audio version of the message. The guidelines for common look and feel can be found here: <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20160608231225/http://www.capan.ca/npas" target="_blank">http://www.capan.ca/npas.</a></p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q15"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">Will the alerts be sent out in different languages?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">Alerts will be sent out as per the official language requirements of each jurisdiction or agency. At the discretion of the issuing government authority, alerts can made available in additional languages. Distribution of alerts in additional languages will be up to the individual television, radio, cable or satellite operator.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q16"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">What are the different ways I can receive the alerts?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">Distribution of alert messages to the public by radio and TV stations, cable and satellite operators is mandatory as of March 31, 2015. It is also expected that "value-added" services like subscription text messages or email services will be developed by each media company. <br>For example, you can sign up to receive Public Safety Alerts directly to your mobile device by subscribing with The Weather Network or downloading the weather app on your smartphone or tablet.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q17"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">If an alert is issued, how and where can I find out more information?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">Government officials may include references within their alert to obtain additional information. As well, it is expected that some television and radio broadcasters will cover events from a news perspective, if there is loss of life or damage to property.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q18"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">What's the relationship between the alerting system and The Weather Network/M茅t茅oM茅dia?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">The Alert Ready system is operated by Pelmorex Media Inc. which is the parent company that owns and operates The Weather Network and M茅t茅oM茅dia.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q19"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">What does an alert sound like?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">If you <a href="#alert-audio">hear this</a> on your television or radio station, pay attention and take action as needed.</p> </li> <li class="faq-content-list-item" data-content="q20"> <p class="faq-content-list-item-label panel-headline-link-anchor">Can I get Alert Ready alerts on my smartphone or wireless mobile device?</p> <p class="faq-content-list-item-answer">At this time Alert Ready alerts are not automatically broadcast directly by wireless carriers. However, some companies and government agencies do provide text messaging or mobile apps on a subscription basis that support the delivery of alerts.</p> </li> </div> </div> </div> </section> <section id="alert-media-wrapper" class="fw"> <div id="alert-media"> <div id="media-content" class="fw"> <div id="media-content-headline-wrapper"> <p id="media-content-headline" class="panel-headline">Media Partners</p> </div> <div id="media-content-text-wrapper"> <p class="media-content-text panel-body"> Thank you to the members of the broadcast industry for supporting the Alert Ready campaign. </p> </div> <ul id="media-content-list"> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Acadia Broadcasting </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Bell Media </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Bayshore Broadcasting </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Blackburn Radio </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Blue Ant Media </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Cab-K Broadcasting </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> CBC/Radio- Canada </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> CHCH Television </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Cogeco Cable </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Corus </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Dougall Media </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Eastlink </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Evanov Media </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Golden West Radio </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Leclec Communication </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Lynx Media </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> MBS </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Mitchell-Seaforth Cable Group </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> MTN </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> MTS Cable </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> MyAccess Cable </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Newcap Radio </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Novus Radio </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> NTV </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Pattison Media </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> QMI </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Rawlco Radio </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Rogers Media </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> SaskTel </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Shaw Media </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Telus </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Tbaytel </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> TVA </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> Vista Radio </li> <li class="media-content-list-item"> YES TV </li> </ul> </div> </div> </section> <a name="alert-contact"></a> <section id="alert-contact-wrapper" class="fw"> <div id="alert-contact"> <div id="contact-content" class="fw"> <div id="contact-content-headline-wrapper"> <p id="contact-content-headline" class="panel-headline">Contact Us:</p> </div> <div id="contact-content-text-wrapper"> <p class="contact-content-text panel-body"> For any inquiries about Alert Ready please contact: <br><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20160608231225/mailto:alertready@pelmorex.com">alertready@pelmorex.com</a> </p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="top-section-control-wrapper"> <div class="top-section-control" data-target="page-top"> <p class="scroll-top-text">Back to top</p> </div> </div> </section> <section id="footer-wrapper" class="fw"> <footer id="footer" class="fw"> <div id="footer-content" class="fw"> <div id="footer-image-wrapper"> </div> <div id="footer-text-wrapper" class="fw"> <p id="footer-text" class="fw">© Copyright <script type="text/javascript"> document.write(new Date().getFullYear()); 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