Emergency preparedness isn’t one‑size‑fits‑all — and for persons with disabilities, it can be the difference between safety and real danger. When emergencies strike, the systems and supports many people rely on every day can disappear instantly: elevators stop, power chairs can’t charge, communication tools fail, and evacuation routes aren’t accessible. Planning becomes more complex, more personal, and far more critical. That’s why Canada’s Emergency Preparedness for Persons with Disabilities guidance is so important. It helps people build plans that reflect their actual needs — mobility, communication, medical equipment, support networks — so they’re not left behind when a crisis hits.