Local governments can also access advice and assistance directly from their PEP regional office. Recovery Recovery programs help restore communities and the environment after an emergency or disaster. PEP may coordinate recovery efforts with various agencies, as required. PEP is also responsible for administering the Disaster Financial Assistance Program, designed to replace or restore items essential to a home, livelihood or community. Volunteers registered with their local emergency program are supported by PEP through training, Worker's Compensation Board coverage, third party liability insurance and some direct funding.
PEP also has numerous volunteer recognition programs, including an annual award ceremony.
For additional information concerning how you and your community can be better prepared should disaster strike, contact your municipal emergency planner, PEP regional manager or the Provincial Emergency Program in Victoria.