MAY 6, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON – Niagara District Airport (YCM) is recognizing Emergency Preparedness Week from May 3 to 9, 2026.
This year’s theme of Be Prepared. Know Your Risks., reinforces the importance of proactive emergency planning. As part of this initiative, the airport’s operations team is undertaking its annual Emergency Response Plan review this week in preparation for the busy season ahead.
“Emergency preparedness is a top priority at YCM,” says Alick Feller, manager airside/groundside services. “Our team works year-round to ensure the safety of our travellers, tenants, businesses, and staff, and tests and reviews our Emergency Response Plan annually to ensure emergency readiness on an ongoing basis.”
Every year, the airport conducts a comprehensive emergency response table top exercise onsite, with participation and engagement from key airport partners, including Niagara-on-the-Lake Fire and Emergency Services, Niagara Regional Police Service, Niagara Emergency Medical Services, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, NAV CANADA, Allied Aviation, St. Catharines Flying Club, and CARES CASARA. These annual exercises strengthen coordination, communication, and collaborative emergency response readiness both at Niagara District Airport and across the Niagara region.
#EPWeek2026 is a national event coordinated by Public Safety Canada, in close collaboration with provinces, territories, and partners. More information is available at canada.ca
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About Niagara District Airport
Niagara District Airport (YCM) is a regional transportation hub located in Niagara-on-the-Lake. The Airport serves as a premier gateway to the Niagara region’s award-winning wineries, theatres, golf courses, casinos, and the world-famous Niagara Falls. Strategically positioned near major tourism, business, and wine destinations, YCM plays a key role in enhancing regional connectivity and future growth. The Airport is owned by the City of Niagara Falls, City of St. Catharines, and Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, and governed by a nine-member commission. Follow the Airport on Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn.
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