F.1 Ministry of the Attorney General

The Minister, together with the agencies, boards and commissions operating to assist the Ministry, have the following responsibilities consistent with the planning responsibilities assigned by Order in Council under Section 6 of the EMCPA.

F.1.1 Planning and preparedness

In support of the PNERP, the Ministry of the Attorney General will:

  1. Execute the applicable preparedness responsibilities described in the PNERP prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency
  2. Ensure that the administration of Ontario’s public affairs is in accordance with the law
  3. Superintend all government legislative matters
  4. Ensure the administration of the courts in partnership with the constitutionally independent judiciary and superintend all matters connected with judicial offices
  5. Ministry staff working in the PEOC should have an overall knowledge of their emergency plans and the PNERP
  6. Participate, as required, in an NEMCC sub-committee related to long-term housing and the associated economic, educational, health, psychosocial, and other issues associated with the relocation of large population groups.

F.1.2 Provision of personnel

In support of the PNERP, the Ministry of the Attorney General will:

  1. Support the Attorney General’s mandate and role as Chief Law Officer of the Crown.
  2. Conduct all provincial Crown prosecutions.
  3. Conduct and regulate all litigation for and against the Crown or any provincial ministry or agency of government in respect of any subject within the authority or jurisdiction of the Legislature
  4. Provide a suitable representative to participate on inter-organizational NEMCC sub-committees and working groups set up under the PNERP to ensure alignment and address inter-organizational issues.

F.1.3 Response

In support of the PNERP, the Ministry of the Attorney General will:

  1. Execute the applicable responsibilities described in the PNERP at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  2. Advise government upon all matters of law referred to it, including the constitutionality and legality of emergency response issues
  3. Represent the personal and property rights and obligations of children in the civil justice system
  4. Provide court-based assistance services to the most vulnerable victims and witnesses of crime
  5. Provide guardianship services to vulnerable and incapable adults
  6. Provide legislative drafting services to ministers of the Crown, members of the legislature and applicants for private bills and drafting services for regulations.
  7. Co-ordinate the response to legal issues that arise.
  8. Channel emergency information for public release through the PEOC Public Information Management Section.

F.1.4 Training and exercises

In support of the PNERP, Ministry of the Attorney General will execute the training and exercise responsibilities described in the Nuclear Emergency Preparedness Framework prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency to ensure appropriate training of ministry staff.

F.2 Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness

The Minister, together with the agencies, boards and commissions operating to assist the Ministry, have the following responsibilities consistent with the planning responsibilities assigned by Order in Council under Section 6 of the EMCPA.

F.2.1 Planning and preparedness

In support of the PNERP, OMAFA will:

  1. Execute the applicable preparedness responsibilities described in the Nuclear Emergency Preparedness Framework prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency
  2. Assist in the development and implementation of a public awareness and education program for farmers and food processors prior to a nuclear emergency
  3. Together with the CFIA, prepare information and advice for farmers and food processors in the DPZ of each reactor facility for the initial stages of an emergency, including the preparation of advisories covering different situations
  4. Prepare and plan ingestion control measures in the DPZ of each reactor facility to minimize the radiation hazard, including arrangements for clearing DPZ dairy farm milk storages at the first practicable opportunity during a nuclear emergency
  5. Participate in the preparation of plans and procedures for Environmental Radiation and Assurance Monitoring for nuclear or radiological emergencies.
  6. Prepare operating procedures for the Ministry Action Group and making necessary organizational and administrative arrangements to enable it to execute its functions
  7. Maintain an information database relating to agricultural and food facilities, producers, marketing organizations, etc. for use in nuclear emergency planning and management. The nuclear data shall be organized to allow access to information for the DPZ and each sub zone of the IPZ around each reactor facility
  8. Ministry staff working in the PEOC and on field teams should have an overall knowledge of their emergency plans and the PNERP
  9. Participate, as required, in an NEMCC sub-committee related to long-term housing and the associated economic, educational, health, psychosocial, and other issues associated with the relocation of large population groups
  10. Participate in Public Education and Awareness Program by maintaining respective strategies and products in accordance with the in Public Education and Awareness Strategy.

F.2.2 Provision of personnel

In support of the PNERP, OMAFA will:

  1. Provide suitable ministry personnel for staffing various positions in the provincial ERO, including the Operations section and qualified personnel for the ERAMG-PEOC Team and ERAMG-Field Team
  2. Assist the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) in maintaining an environmental radiation database
  3. Provide a suitable representative to participate on inter-organizational NEMCC sub-committees and working groups, set up under the PNERP to ensure alignment and address inter-organizational issues.

F.2.3 Response

In support of the PNERP, OMAFA will:

  1. Execute the applicable responsibilities described in the PNERP at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  2. Act as the main ministry through which food (excluding water) ingestion control operations shall be conducted by the PEOC at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  3. Establish a Ministry Action Group to direct and co-ordinate ministry actions under the direction of the PEOC at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  4. Execute a sampling program and other assigned actions required under the ERAMG Operations Manual at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  5. Liaise with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and CFIA at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency to assist in securing agricultural commodities, such as animal feed for affected areas
  6. Channel emergency information for public release through the PEOC Public Information Management Section.

F.2.4 Training and exercises

In support of the PNERP, OMAFA will:

  1. Execute the training and exercise responsibilities described in the Nuclear Emergency Preparedness Framework prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency to ensure appropriate training of ministry staff
  2. Arrange appropriate training of OMAFA staff involved in the Scientific Section of the PEOC.

F.3 Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services

The Minister, together with the agencies, boards and commissions operating to assist the Ministry, have the following responsibilities consistent with the planning responsibilities assigned by Order in Council under Section 6 of the EMCPA.

F.3.1 Planning and preparedness

In support of the PNERP, MCCSS will:

  1. Execute the applicable preparedness responsibilities described in the Nuclear Emergency Preparedness Framework prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency
  2. Ensure that any 24/7 institutions operated by the ministry and located within the Detailed Planning Zone of designated reactor facilities have plans for implementing the various protective measures
  3. Liaise with non-governmental emergency social service organizations on their role in a nuclear emergency
  4. Prepare operating procedures for the Ministry Action Group and make the necessary organizational and administrative arrangements for the establishment of the Ministry Action Group to enable it to execute its functions
  5. Ministry staff working in the PEOC should have an overall knowledge of their emergency plans and the PNERP
  6. Participate, as required, in an NEMCC sub-committee related to long-term housing and the associated economic, educational, health, psychosocial, and other issues associated with the relocation of large population groups
  7. Participate in Public Education and Awareness Program by maintaining respective strategies and products in accordance with the in Public Education and Awareness Strategy.

F.3.2 Provision of personnel

In support of the PNERP, MCCSS will:

  1. Provide ministry representatives upon request, to assist in relevant operations in the PEOC
  2. Provide a suitable representative to participate on inter-organizational NEMCC sub-committees and working groups set up under the PNERP to ensure alignment and address inter-organizational issues.

F.3.3 Response

In support of the PNERP, MCCSS will:

  1. Execute the applicable responsibilities described in the PNERP at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  2. Activate the Ministry Emergency Operations Centre (MEOC) and its associated processes, including activating the Ministry Action Group to direct and co-ordinate provincial ministry action, and engaging in the appropriate notification and communication protocols
  3. Liaise, as required, between EMO and non-governmental emergency social service organizations, including the Canadian Red Cross Society, in the delivery of emergency social services
  4. Assist affected municipalities in the delivery of emergency social services, including emergency shelter, food and clothing, registration and inquiry and personal services when their capacity is exceeded, and a provincial response is required
  5. Channel emergency information for public release through the PEOC Public Information Management Section (PIMS).

F.3.4 Training and exercises

In support of the PNERP, MCCSS shall execute the training and exercise responsibilities described in the Nuclear Training Program and the Nuclear Exercise Program prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency to ensure appropriate training of ministry staff.

F.4 Ministry of Energy and Mines

The Minister, together with the agencies, boards and commissions operating to assist the Ministry, have the following responsibilities consistent with the planning responsibilities assigned by Order in Council under Section 6 of the EMCPA.

F.4.1 Planning and preparedness

In support of the PNERP, ENERGY will:

  1. Execute the applicable preparedness responsibilities described in the PNERP prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency
  2. Assist EMO in ensuring that the corporate head offices of designated reactor facilities execute their responsibilities under this program
  3. Ensure that the Ontario Electricity Emergency Plan (OEEP) is consistent with the PNERP. This shall be done through the Independent Electricity Systems Operator, which shall co-ordinate the preparation and implementation of electricity emergency plans, to mitigate the impact of a nuclear emergency on the reliability of the bulk electricity system
  4. Develop operating procedures for the Ministry Action Group aligned with the PEOC’s notification protocol to ensure that ENERGY is kept fully informed of all aspects of the provincial response to a nuclear emergency, including the actions being taken by the operator of the reactor facility, the CNSC, EMO, and others to ensure public health and safety
  5. Ministry staff working in the PEOC should have an overall knowledge of their emergency plans and the PNERP
  6. Participate, as required, in an NEMCC sub-committee related to long-term housing and the associated economic, educational, health, psychosocial, and other issues associated with the relocation of large population groups.

F.4.2 Provision of personnel

In support of the PNERP, ENERGY will:

  1. Provide suitable ministry representatives to serve in the Operations Section of the PEOC. If requested, also provide suitable ministry personnel for staffing positions in the province’s ERO
  2. Provide a suitable representative to participate on inter-organizational NEMCC sub-committees and working groups, set up under the PNERP to ensure alignment and address inter-organizational issues.

F.4.3 Response

In support of the PNERP, ENERGY will:

  1. Execute the applicable responsibilities described in the PNERP at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  2. Establish a Ministry Action Group to direct and co-ordinate ministry actions consistent with those of the EMO/PEOC, to provide advice to EMO/PEOC, and to keep the Minister of Energy and Mines informed of emergency public information on a regular and timely basis
  3. Maintain liaison with the Independent Electricity Systems Operator as required to address matters affecting electricity supply
  4. In a nuclear emergency, respond to EMO request for information specific to its (ENERGY’s) responsibilities under Section 6 of the EMCPA.
  5. Channel emergency information for public release through the PEOC PIMS.

F.4.4 Training and exercises

In support of the PNERP, ENERGY will:

  1. Participate in nuclear emergency training and exercises that simulate impacts on electricity supply
  2. Ministry staff nominated to various elements of the emergency management organization shall participate in the associated training
  3. Execute the training and exercise responsibilities described in the PNERP prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency to ensure appropriate training of ministry staff.

F.5 Ministry of The Environment, Conservation and Parks

The Minister, together with the agencies, boards and commissions operating to assist the Ministry, have the following responsibilities consistent with the planning responsibilities assigned by Order in Council under Section 6 of the EMCPA.

F.5.1 Planning and preparedness

Under the PNERP, the MECP will:

  1. Execute the applicable preparedness responsibilities described in the Nuclear Emergency Preparedness Framework prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency
  2. Prepare and maintain an Annex to the Ministry’s Emergency Response Plan to guide ministry actions under PNERP including the activation of a Ministry Action Group to direct ministry response activities
  3. Develop ministry procedures for carrying out the collection and delivery of samples, and other assigned actions, as required under the ERAMG Operations Manual
  4. Assist the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) in maintaining an environmental radiation database
  5. Participate in the preparation of plans and procedures for the ERAMG for nuclear emergencies
  6. Establish procedures to notify and evacuate provincial parks that lie within the DPZs of the designated reactor facilities
  7. Establish procedures to notify conservation authorities that lie within the DPZs of the designated reactor facilities
  8. Ministry staff working in the PEOC should have an overall knowledge of their emergency plans and the PNERP
  9. Participate, as required, in an NEMCC sub-committee related to long-term housing and the associated economic, educational, health, psychosocial, and other issues associated with the relocation of large population groups
  10. Participate in Public Education and Awareness Program by maintaining respective strategies and products in accordance with the in Public Education and Awareness Strategy.

F.5.2 Provision of personnel

Under the PNERP, the MECP will:

  1. Provide suitable ministry personnel for staffing various positions in the province’s emergency management organization, including the Operations Section and qualified personnel for the ERAMG-PEOC Team and ERAMG-Field Team
  2. Provide suitable ministry personnel for staffing the waste management planning working group, if requested by the CEM or designate (e.g. PEOC Commander)
  3. Provide a suitable representative to participate on inter-organizational NEMCC sub-committees and working groups set up under the PNERP to ensure alignment and address inter-organizational issues.

F.5.3 Response

Under the PNERP, the MECP will:

  1. Execute the applicable responsibilities described in the PNERP at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  2. Act with the MOH as the main ministry through which water control measures shall be conducted by EMO/PEOC at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  3. Activate a Ministry Action Group when the PNERP is activated. Under overall direction from the PEOC, the Ministry Action Group shall direct and co-ordinate the ministry’s response to ensure the ministry is able to:
    1. Provide hydrological support to the PEOC
    2. Identify municipal and non-municipal drinking water systems regulated under O. Reg. 170/03 (Drinking Water Systems), a regulation under the Safe Water Drinking Act, by sub-zones in any affected zone as required
    3. Provide support, either directly or through the PEOC, to local Medical Officers of Health regarding the implementation of drinking water precautionary and protective measures
    4. Support drinking water systems as needed during the recovery phase
  4. The MECP Ministry Action Group shall also keep the Minister of Environment, Conservation and Parks informed of actions taken
  5. Carry out the sampling program and other assigned activities required under the ERAMG Operations Manual and as directed by the ERAMG
  6. Channel emergency information for public release through the PEOC PIMS.
  7. Carry out precautionary actions as detailed in the PNERP when so ordered by the CEM or designate (e.g. PEOC Commander)
  8. Participate in Public Education and Awareness Program by maintaining respective strategies and products in accordance with the in Public Education and Awareness Strategy.

F.5.4 Training and exercises

Under the PNERP, the MECP will execute the training and exercise responsibilities described in the Nuclear Training Program and the Nuclear Exercise Program prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency to ensure appropriate training of ministry staff.

F.5.5 Study and research

Under the PNERP, the MECP will assist in studies and research as appropriate to nuclear emergencies, especially in the fields of meteorological and radionuclide dispersion forecasting.

F.6 Ministry of Health

The Minister, together with the agencies, boards, and commissions operating to assist the MOH, have the following responsibilities for leading and coordinating the health system preparation for, and response to nuclear emergencies consistent with provincial statutes and the responsibilities assigned by Order in Council, OIC 1739/2022, under Section 6 of the EMCPA.

These activities are detailed in the MOH Emergency Response Plan and the RHRP.

F.6.1 Planning and preparedness

Under the PNERP, the MOH will:

  1. Execute the applicable preparedness responsibilities described in the Nuclear Emergency Preparedness Framework prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency
  2. Lead the preparations necessary to ensure the effective implementation of the RHRP
  3. Participate in provincial nuclear emergency response planning as led by EMO and in coordination with provincial ministries, designated municipalities, federal authorities, facility and installation operators, and other consulting partners
  4. Assist the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) in maintaining an environmental radiation database
  5. Participate in the preparation of plans and procedures for PEOC Sections, including the ERAMG
  6. Participate in the development and maintenance of a Provincial Emergency Information Plan (PEIP) and associated procedures to ensure the co-ordination of emergency information among provincial ministries and in coordination with other consulting partners
  7. Develop and maintain the RHRP per the PNERP and ministry mandate as defined by provincial statute, and in coordination with health system partners
  8. Promote awareness and understanding of the RHRP to health consulting partners and municipalities
  9. Brief ministry executives and program areas on the ministry emergency management program, including the RHRP.
  10. Monitor, co-ordinate, and assist in the development and maintenance of nuclear emergency response plans and programs of specified partners and consulting partners (e.g., local medical officers of health, designated municipalities, designated hospitals, paramedic services, etc.), including arrangements for implementing precautionary and protective measures for health institutions and the public.
  11. Ensure arrangements in the Ministry’s Emergency Response Plan (MERP), Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP), and MEOC procedures can be implemented to lead the ministry response and coordinate the health system response to a radiological or nuclear emergency
  12. Provide guidance and advice to health consulting partners and local organizations on matters related to iodine thyroid blocking (ITB) with stable potassium iodine (KI) (detailed in the RHRP’s Potassium Iodide Guidelines Annex)
  13. Procure, in advance, adequate quantities of KI pills for use by local authorities of:
    1. The Fermi 2 DPZ and IPZ
    2. Populations in the IPZs as identified in the Transborder Emergencies Implementing Plan
  14. Provide support to local authorities for all reactor facilities’ IPZ populations to ensure that the ITB related requirements are completed
  15. Liaise with EMO to develop a strategy to distribute KI pills to IPZ populations, as required, during a nuclear emergency
  16. Provide guidelines for handling contaminated persons as well as those exposed to high levels of radiation as outlined in the RHRP
  17. Develop guidelines for population monitoring and the creation of a dose registry, should they be required
  18. Provision of public awareness and education related to radiation health per the PNERP and RHRP
  19. Assist in the development and implementation of a public awareness and education program, and coordinate MOH activities within it
  20. Assist in studies and research related to radiation health and the psychosocial aspects of nuclear emergencies
  21. Participate, as required, in an NEMCC sub-committee related to long-term housing and the associated economic, educational, health, psychosocial, and other issues associated with the relocation of large population groups.

F.6.2 Provision of personnel

Under the PNERP, the MOH will:

  1. Provide suitable ministry personnel for staffing various positions in the province’s emergency management organization, including the PEOC Operations and Scientific Sections
  2. Ensure ministry staff working in the PEOC have an overall knowledge of their emergency plans (including the RHRP) and the PNERP
  3. Provide a suitable representative to participate on inter-organizational NEMCC, sub-committees and working groups set up under the PNERP to ensure alignment and address inter-organizational issues.

F.6.3 Response

Under the PNERP, the MOH will:

  1. Execute the applicable responsibilities described in the PNERP at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  2. Act as the lead ministry through which health and public health sector accountabilities shall be conducted during a nuclear emergency, in coordination with EMO
  3. Ensure continued delivery of the ministry’s mandate and support executive decision-making through provision of timely emergency information options, and advice
  4. Activate the MEOC to direct and co-ordinate MOH and health system actions per executive direction and ministry plans (MERP, COOP, and RHRP), and consistent with the general direction of the PEOC
  5. Complete the appropriate ministry and health system notification and communication protocols for a nuclear emergency
  6. Provide advice and support in the development and issuing of emergency orders or draft and issue Chief Medical Officer of Health (CMOH) / Minister of Health directive (under other ministry statutes) for health-related emergency actions (i.e., CMOH orders for KI consumption, suspension of non-critical hospital admissions)
  7. Support the province’s CMOH in deciding, in coordination with the CEM and the local Medical Officers of Health, the need for and timing to direct ITB as a protective action
  8. Provide advice, either directly or through the PEOC, to regional and local authorities regarding the implementation of the CMOH directive for ITB using KI and other precautionary and protective measures
  9. Monitor and assist affected health system partners in the implementation of emergency response plan actions, as appropriate (e.g., transportation and treatment of causalities, DPZ health institution evacuations)
  10. Liaise with and provide radiation health or public health advice to the Scientific Section/ Coordination and Command Section and other nuclear emergency management consulting partners
  11. During operations, oversee or implement the required arrangements for follow-up medical monitoring and dose registry, as well as care and rehabilitation for those with radiation exposure
  12. Develop health-related emergency information in coordination with the PEOC PIMS and other ministry emergency information functions
  13. Support MOH spokespersons in the delivery of emergency information in coordination with the PEOC PIMS, Premier’s Office, and Cabinet Office as required
  14. Identify small drinking water systems regulated under O. Reg. 319/08 (Small Drinking Water Systems), a regulation under the Health Protection and Promotion Act, by sub-zones in any affected area as required, in collaboration with the MECP
  15. Provide support, either directly or through the PEOC, to local Medical Officers of Health regarding the implementation of food and drinking water protective measures (i.e., ingestion control protective actions).

F.6.4 Training and exercises

Under the PNERP, the MOH will:

  1. Execute the training and exercise responsibilities described in the Nuclear Training Program and the Nuclear Exercise Program prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency to ensure appropriate training of ministry staff
  2. Provide guidance regarding training for health consulting partners and care settings as outlined in the RHRP
  3. Arrange appropriate training of MOH staff involved in the PEOC Scientific Section.

F.7 Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development

The Minister, together with the agencies, boards and commissions operating to assist the Ministry, have the following responsibilities consistent with the planning responsibilities assigned by Order in Council under Section 6 of the EMCPA.

F.7.1 Planning and preparedness

Under the PNERP, the MLITSD will:

  1. Execute the applicable preparedness responsibilities described in the Nuclear Emergency Preparedness Framework prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency
  2. Prepare and maintain plans for completing the responsibilities of the ERAMG in the PNERP
  3. Prepare and maintain the appropriate notification lists, operating procedures, and technical manuals for the groups indicated above
  4. Operate the Ontario Reactor Surveillance Program (ORSP) to monitor the environment around nuclear generating stations in order to measure routine, unplanned, unannounced, and emergency emissions from nuclear plants and assess their potential impact on the public
  5. Maintain and operate the provincial radio-analysis laboratory
  6. Maintain an environmental radiation database
  7. Ministry staff working in the PEOC should have an overall knowledge of their emergency plans and the PNERP
  8. Participate, as required, in an NEMCC sub-committee related to long-term housing and the associated economic, educational, health, psychosocial, and other issues associated with the relocation of large population groups.

F.7.2 Provision of personnel

Under the PNERP, the MLITSD will:

  1. Provide suitable ministry personnel for staffing various positions in the province’s emergency management organization including the Operations section and qualified personnel for the ERAMG-PEOC Team and ERAMG-Field Team
  2. Provide a suitable representative to participate on inter-organizational NEMCC sub-committees and working groups set up under the PNERP to ensure alignment and address inter-organizational issues.

F.7.3 Response

Under the PNERP, the MLITSD will:

  1. Execute the applicable responsibilities described in the PNERP at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  2. Ensure that provincial employers meet their obligations under OHSA during a nuclear emergency
  3. Provide or arrange the required radio-analysis to support the PNERP
  4. Carry out the radiation monitoring activities required under the PNERP
  5. If requested, provide technical assistance to the emergency response organization responding to a radiological or nuclear emergency not being mitigated under the PNERP
  6. Operate the provincial radio-analysis laboratory to provide environmental sampling results following a release to the environment
  7. Monitor radioactivity in the environment around all reactor facilities in Ontario and notify the PEOC of any abnormal (above ambient background) results
  8. Establish a Ministry Action Group to direct and co-ordinate ministry actions under the direction of the CEM or designate (e.g. PEOC Commander) at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  9. Channel emergency information for public release through the PEOC PIMS
  10. Perform dose management for provincial members of the ERAMG and ensure that field doses are accurately recorded and entered into a dose registry system.

F.7.4 Training and exercises

Under the PNERP, the MLITSD will:

  1. Execute the training and exercise responsibilities described in the training and exercise responsibilities described in the Nuclear Training Program and the Nuclear Exercise Program prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency to ensure appropriate training of ministry staff.
  2. Provide administrative support for radiation monitoring during planning, training, or emergency operations.
  3. Inspect Emergency Worker Centres for compliance with OHSA.
  4. Inspect radiation safety training programs (for compliance with OHSA) provided to first responders and emergency workers, as appropriate.
  5. Inspect designated nuclear response hospitals for compliance with the OHSA and regulations for healthcare and residential facilities with attention to worker protection and training under the RHRP.
  6. Arrange appropriate training of MLITSD staff involved in the PEOC Scientific Section of the PEOC.

F.7.5 Infrastructure

Under the PNERP, the MLITSD will:

  1. Provide or arrange laboratory facilities for radio analysis of samples of air, water, soil, herbage, milk, foodstuffs, etc.
  2. Equip, maintain and operate an adequate network of fixed radiological monitoring sites in the Ontario portions of IPZs.

F.7.6 Study and research

Under the PNERP, the MLITSD will participate in studies and inter-comparisons in the area of radiation monitoring and analysis.

F.8 Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing

The Minister, together with the agencies, boards and commissions operating to assist the Ministry, have the following responsibilities consistent with the planning responsibilities assigned by Order in Council under Section 6 of the EMCPA.

F.8.1 Planning and preparedness

In support of the PNERP, the MMAH will:

  1. Execute the applicable preparedness responsibilities described in the PNERP prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency.
  2. Participate, as required, in an NEMCC sub-committee related to long-term housing and the associated economic, educational, health, psychosocial, and other issues associated with the relocation of large population groups.
  3. Participate in Public Education and Awareness Program by maintaining respective strategies and products in accordance with the Public Education and Awareness Strategy.

F.8.2 Provision of Extraordinary Financial Assistance

In support of the PNERP, the MMAH will:

  1. Throughout the emergency and recovery period, the ministry shall co-ordinate extraordinary provincial expenditures associated with the province’s response to the emergency
  2. If directed by the LGIC, the MMAH shall:
    1. Lead development and implementation of disaster financial assistance programs, in consultation with other ministries as required
    2. Liaise with the federal government and the NIAC to ensure that any financial assistance provided by Ontario does not duplicate assistance provided under the federal legislation
  3. Ministry staff working in the PEOC should have an overall knowledge of their emergency plans and the PNERP

F.8.3 Provision of personnel

In support of the PNERP, the MMAH will:

  1. Provide suitable ministry representatives to serve in the Operations Section of the PEOC. If requested, provide additional suitable ministry personnel for staffing positions in the provincial ERO.
  2. Provide a suitable representative to participate on inter-organizational NEMCC subcommittees or working groups set up under the PNERP to ensure alignment and address inter-organizational issues.

F.8.4 Response

In support of the PNERP, the MMAH will:

  1. Execute the applicable responsibilities described in the PNERP at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency.
  2. If called upon to do so, the MMAH shall support the PEOC by providing:
    1. Advice and assistance regarding the provision of long-term emergency shelter;
    2. Financial assistance to designated municipalities, host municipalities and supporting municipalities for their eligible response, emergency shelter and long-term emergency shelter costs, as directed by the government; and
    3. Financial assistance to impacted residents for eligible costs not covered by the NLCA, as directed by the government.
  3. Establish a Ministry Action Group to direct and co-ordinate ministry actions under the direction of the CEM or designate (e.g. PEOC Commander) at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency.
  4. Channel emergency information for public release through the PEOC PIMS.

F.8.5 Training and exercises

In support of the PNERP, the MMAH will:

  1. Execute the training and exercise responsibilities described in the Nuclear Emergency Preparedness Framework prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency to ensure appropriate training of ministry staff
  2. Participate in nuclear emergency training and exercises.

F.9 Ministry of Natural Resources

The Minister, together with the agencies, boards and commissions operating to assist the Ministry, have the following responsibilities consistent with the planning responsibilities assigned by Order in Council under Section 6 of the EMCPA.

F.9.1 Planning and preparedness

In support of the PNERP, the MNR will:

  1. Execute the applicable preparedness responsibilities described in the Nuclear Emergency Preparedness Framework prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency
  2. Provide maps and topographical data as required
  3. Provide subject matter expertise related to wildlife and fish populations, water control structures, and overland water flows
  4. Participate in the preparation of plans and procedures for Environmental Radiation and Assurance Monitoring for nuclear emergencies
  5. Ministry staff working in the PEOC should have an overall knowledge of their emergency plans and the PNERP
  6. Participate, as required, in a NEMCC sub-committee related to long-term housing and the associated economic, educational, health, psychosocial, and other issues associated with the relocation of large population groups
  7. Participate in Public Education and Awareness Program by maintaining respective strategies and products in accordance with the Public Education and Awareness Strategy.

F.9.2 Provision of personnel

In support of the PNERP, the MNR will:

  1. Establish a Ministry Action Group to direct and co-ordinate ministry actions under the direction of the CEM or designate (e.g. PEOC Commander) at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  2. Provide a suitable representative to participate on inter-organizational NEMCC sub-committees and working groups set up under the PNERP to ensure alignment and address inter-organizational issues
  3. Provide suitable MNR representatives to serve in the Operations and Scientific Sections of the PEOC.

F.9.3 Response

In support of the PNERP, the MNR will:

  1. Execute the applicable responsibilities described in the PNERP at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  2. Execute the provincial ministry emergency response plan
  3. Provide aircraft, telecommunications, and other resources, if required by the PEOC Commander
  4. Channel emergency information for public release through the PEOC PIMS.

F.9.4 Training and exercises

In support of the PNERP, the MNR will:

  1. Execute the training and exercise responsibilities described in the Nuclear Training Program and the Nuclear Exercise Program prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency to ensure appropriate training of ministry staff.
  2. Arrange appropriate training of MNR staff involved in the scientific section of the PEOC.

F.10 Ministry of Northern Economic Development and Growth

The Minister, together with the agencies, boards and commissions operating to assist the Ministry, have the following responsibilities consistent with the planning responsibilities assigned by Order in Council under Section 6 of the EMCPA.

F.10.1 Planning and preparedness

In support of the PNERP, the MND will:

  1. Execute the applicable preparedness responsibilities described in the PNERP prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency
  2. Participate, as required, in a NEMCC sub-committee related to long-term housing and the associated economic, educational, health, psychosocial, and other issues associated with the relocation of large population groups
  3. Participate in Public Education and Awareness Program by maintaining respective strategies and products in accordance with the Public Education and Awareness Strategy.

F.10.2 Provision of personnel

In support of the PNERP, the MND will:

  1. Establish a Ministry Action Group to direct and co-ordinate ministry actions under the direction of the CEM or designate (e.g. PEOC Commander) at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  2. Provide a suitable representative to participate on inter-organizational NEMCC sub-committees and working groups set up under the PNERP to ensure alignment and address inter-organizational issues.

F.10.3 Response

In support of the PNERP, the MND will:

  1. Execute the applicable responsibilities described in the PNERP at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  2. Execute the provincial ministry emergency response plan, which could include, among other things, the actions outlined below
  3. Support emergency response operations in Northern Ontario, whether coordinated by the PEOC or another provincial ministry that has been assigned lead responsibility
  4. Channel emergency information for public release through the PEOC PIMS
  5. Assist in communicating information and government messages to northern communities
  6. Assist with communications between local emergency response units, the PEOC and other ministries, as appropriate
  7. Provide personnel, equipment, and material to support emergency response operations in Northern Ontario, as required and available.

F.10.4 Training and exercises

In support of the PNERP, the MND will execute the training and exercise responsibilities described in the Nuclear Training Program and the Nuclear Exercise Program prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency to ensure appropriate training of ministry staff.

F.11 Ministry of Transportation

The Minister, together with the agencies, boards and commissions operating to assist the Ministry, have the following responsibilities consistent with the planning responsibilities assigned by Order in Council under Section 6 of the EMCPA.

F.11.1 Planning and preparedness

In support of the PNERP, the MTO will:

  1. Execute the applicable preparedness responsibilities described in the PNERP prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency
  2. Coordinate the development of the transportation management function of evacuation plans for nuclear emergencies with participation of the NEMCC Transportation Management Sub-Committee which includes Ministry of Transportation (MTO), Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Metrolinx, designated municipalities and designated host municipalities (including local police, road, and transit authorities), applicable provincial ministries and others, as required
  3. Lead the development of a Unified Transportation Coordination Centre (UTCC) to manage transportation aspects of evacuation planning and to ensure the operationalization of Unified Transportation Management Plans (UTMPs). Site-specific UTMPs shall be developed for each area covered by a site-specific Implementing Plan
  4. Establish operating procedures related to the transportation management function and provide them to the Ministry Action Group to ensure their operational readiness
  5. Participate, as required, in an NEMCC sub-committee related to long-term housing and the associated economic, educational, health, psychosocial, and other issues associated with the relocation of large population groups
  6. Participate in Public Education and Awareness Program by maintaining respective strategies and products in accordance with the Public Education and Awareness Strategy.

Note: Ministry staff working in the PEOC should have an overall knowledge of their emergency plans, the PNERP, and UTCC plans and procedures.

F.11.2 Provision of personnel

In support of the PNERP, the MTO will:

  1. Ensure suitable personnel for staffing various positions in the provincial ERO
  2. Provide a suitable representative to participate on inter-organizational NEMCC sub-committees and working groups set up under the PNERP to ensure alignment and address inter-organizational issues.

F.11.3 Response

In support of the PNERP, the MTO will:

  1. Execute the applicable responsibilities described in the PNERP at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency.
  2. Convene the Ministry Action Group to direct and co-ordinate ministry actions under the direction of the CEM or designate (e.g. PEOC Commander) at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency.
  3. Provide assistance and resources for response, as directed by the CEM or designate (e.g. PEOC Commander), and as required by the UTMPs .
  4. Inform the PEOC immediately upon the closing of any provincial roads which might be earmarked as evacuation routes and suggest alternatives as per the transportation management function methodologies and plans.
  5. Correspond with the PEOC and other transportation organizations, as needed, to employ an “all routes out” strategy by arranging for route clearance, road maintenance, diversions, etc. on provincial roads.
  6. Work with the OPP and other supporting organizations, to ensure the operationalization of the UTMPs .
  7. Manage the transportation function during recovery, if required.
  8. Channel emergency information for public release through the PEOC PIMS.

F.11.4 Training and exercises

In support of the PNERP, the MTO will:

  1. Execute the training and exercise responsibilities described in the Nuclear Training Program and the Nuclear Exercise Program prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency to ensure appropriate training of ministry staff.
  2. Co-ordinate and participate in nuclear evacuation transportation management training and exercises, with transportation consulting partners across the province, to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the UTCC and UTMPs .

F.11.5 Infrastructure

In support of the PNERP, the MTO will accord priority to maintaining and keeping open the provincial highways (if possible), earmarked for evacuation routes and diversion routes in the UTMPs .

F.11.6 Study and research

In support of the PNERP, the MTO will lead the development and maintenance of site- specific UTMPs for reactor facilities in Ontario under the advisement of the NEMCC Transportation Management Sub-Committee.

F.12 Ministry of the Solictor General

The Minister, together with the agencies, boards and commissions operating to assist the Ministry, have the following responsibilities consistent with the planning responsibilities assigned by Order in Council under Section 6 of the EMCPA.

F.12.1 Planning and preparedness

Under the PNERP, the SOLGEN will:

  1. Execute the applicable preparedness responsibilities described in the Nuclear Emergency Preparedness Framework prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency
  2. Maintain appropriate plans and preparations to execute its operational role in a nuclear emergency, including procedures for the OPP General Headquarters EOC, other OPP EOCs, and participation in the development of UTMPs
  3. Maintain appropriate plans and preparedness for the emergent deployment of OPP “emergency workers” prior to and after the establishment of an Emergency Workers Centre (EWC), including dosimetry, thyroid blocking, decontamination, and other personal protective equipment, as necessary
  4. Ensure the plans and process are developed internally with OPP Physician(s) to ensure that member health and safety is safeguarded to the greatest possible standard, and (on behalf of the Commissioner of the OPP ) provide direction to members on radiological exposure, thyroid blocking and the utilization of other personal protective equipment and safeguards to help ensure member safety
  5. Ensure that it maintains a provincial Rapid Mobilization Strategy to support sustained emergent operations, on a provincial level that also addresses second/ third order effects and the potential for multiple sites
  6. Through partnerships at the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) under the Emergency Management Sub-Committee; establish and chair a Nuclear Emergency Working Group to:
    1. Facilitate the coordination between all Ontario Police Services of Jurisdiction (and external partner agencies) on a framework and plans to consolidate integrated police resource allocations
    2. Assist in ensuring public safety in a radiological/nuclear emergency
  7. Provide OPP representation on the provincial NEMCC, Transportation/ Evacuation Sub-Committee, and other NEMCC Sub-Committees and Working Groups as required
  8. Maintain plans and procedures (integrated with the Solicitor General) to ensure the co- ordination of consistent emergency information and public messaging and direction on road closures, diversion routes, area orders, 911 services, and other related emergency messaging
  9. Participate, as required, in an NEMCC sub-committee related to long-term housing and the associated economic, educational, health, psychosocial, and other issues associated with the relocation of large population groups.

F.12.2 Provision of personnel

Under the PNERP, the SOLGEN will provide administrative support and a suitable representative to participate on inter-organizational NEMCC sub-committees and working groups set up under the PNERP to ensure alignment and address inter-organizational issues.

F.12.3 Response

Under the PNERP, SOLGEN will:

  1. On behalf of the ministry or the province, ensure the provision of trained and knowledgeable OPP representation and applicable resources are provided within the:
    1. Ministry of the Solicitor General (Ministry Action Group)
    2. Unified Traffic Coordination Centre (UTCC)
    3. Emergency Worker Centre (EWC) (if required)
    4. Joint Information Centre (J-EIC) (if required)
  2. On behalf of the ministry or the province, the Office of the Fire Marshal shall:
    1. Coordinate disaster firefighting and suppression resources available through the Provincial Mutual Aid Plan under the Fire Protection and Prevention Act
    2. Coordinate the provision of provincial chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosives (CBRNE) / hazardous materials (HazMat) teams
    3. Coordinate the provision of provincial urban search and rescue teams (USAR)
    4. Coordinate provision of CBRNE resources in the province.

F.12.4 Training and exercises

Under the PNERP, SOLGEN will:

  1. Execute the training and exercise responsibilities described in the Nuclear Training Program and the Nuclear Exercise Program prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency to ensure appropriate training of ministry staff
  2. Develop and maintain a coordinated internal training program to meet OPP Nuclear/ Radiological Plan(s) objectives and deliverables
  3. Ensure participation by all required staff in municipal, provincial, and centre specific nuclear emergency training and exercises
  4. Ensure OPP staff deployed for a radiological or nuclear emergency response have an overall knowledge of their emergency plans and PNERP.

F.13 Ministry of Emergency Preparedness and Response

The Minister, together with the agencies, boards and commissions operating to assist the Ministry, have the following responsibilities consistent with the planning responsibilities assigned by Order in Council under Section 6 of the EMCPA.

F.13.1 Planning and preparedness

In support of the PNERP, MEPR will:

  1. Execute the applicable preparedness responsibilities described in the PNERP prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency.
  2. Undertake an annual internal review of the PNERP, PNEPP, and PNROP, and conduct a documented review with appropriate nuclear partners.
  3. Administer the PNERP and oversee its implementation in collaboration with provincial ministries and in coordination with nuclear emergency management partners.
  4. Monitor, co-ordinate, and assist in the development of the nuclear emergency response programs of provincial ministries (and agencies, boards, and commissions), nuclear facilities, and designated and host municipalities.
  5. Issue, or arrange for the issuance, of procedures and other documents needed to ensure effective implementation of the PNERP.
  6. Ensure the establishment of an adequate alerting, notification, and response system for nuclear emergencies.
  7. Liaise with MOH to develop and maintain health-related nuclear emergency response strategies, including those related to KI pill distribution and ingestion, suspension of non-urgent admissions to affected hospitals, evacuation of health centres, population monitoring and dose registry, and medical management of causalities.
  8. Liaise with MOH to develop and maintain a strategy for the distribution of KI pills as necessary during an emergency.
  9. Ensure that the infrastructure required to implement the PNERP is available and is kept in operational readiness.
  10. Monitor and assess the operational readiness and effectiveness of all elements of the emergency response organization, including those of municipalities, provincial ministries and agencies, nuclear facilities, and facility operators, and make recommendations for improvement, where necessary and appropriate
  11. Provide guidance and coordinate efforts with reactor facilities, designated municipalities, and other consulting partners as appropriate for the public awareness and education program for populations likely to be affected by a nuclear emergency.
  12. Ensure the continuity of government services in coordination with ministry continuity of operations plans (as required under the EMCPA)
  13. Ensure the divisions and branches of Emergency Management Ontario (EMO) co-ordinate and make plans and preparations for implementing any protective measure ordered during a nuclear emergency in any of its facilities or operations situated inside the Detailed Planning Zone of a reactor facility and for those that may be affected by a radiological emergency.
  14. Coordinate with provincial ministry representatives to ensure essential functions in the emergency management organization are fulfilled.
  15. Ensure ministry staff working in the PEOC should have an overall knowledge of their emergency plans and the PNERP.
  16. Equip and maintain the PEOC in a state of continuous readiness, in order to meet the 15 minutes notification requirement.
  17. Develop and maintain continuity of operations arrangements for the PEOC, including the provision of an alternate service delivery location that can meet the technical and notification needs of the PNERP.
  18. Develop and maintain the PNERP supporting documentation for Emergency Information Management and Recovery.
  19. Facilitate, maintain and participate in a Public Education and Awareness Program.
  20. Participate, as required, in an NEMCC sub-committee related to long-term housing and the associated economic, educational, health, psychosocial, and other issues associated with the relocation of large population groups.

F.13.2 Provision of personnel

In support of the PNERP, the MEPR will provide administrative support and a suitable representative to participate on inter-organizational NEMCC sub-committees and working groups set up under the PNERP to ensure alignment and address inter-organizational issues.

F.13.3 Response

In support of the PNERP, the MEPR will:

  1. Execute the applicable responsibilities described in the PNERP at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency.
  2. Ensure that the PEOC co-ordinates and supports the response to a radiological or nuclear emergency in collaboration with ministry Emergency Operations Centres and in coordination with other members of the nuclear emergency response organization.
  3. Provide recommendations to the government regarding declaration and termination of a provincial emergency.
  4. Co-ordinate with ministries through the PEOC to ensure continuity of provincial government services.
  5. Provide information through the CEM to the Deputy Ministers Steering Committee on Emergency Management and the Cabinet Committee on Emergency Management, in coordination with provincial ministries, regarding the provincial activities related to emergency response and continuity of government services during an emergency.
  6. Channel emergency information for public release through the PEOC Public Information Management Section and coordinate with ministry emergency information functions and spokespersons as appropriate
  7. Through the PEOC, provide logistical arrangements and support for ERAMG field teams.

F.13.4 Training and exercises

In support of the PNERP, the MEPR will:

  1. Execute the training and exercise responsibilities described in the PNERP prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency to ensure appropriate training of ministry staff
  2. Develop and maintain a PEOC training program to ensure that EMO staff working within the PEOC have an overall knowledge of their emergency plans, the PNERP, and their roles and responsibilities during a radiological or nuclear event
  3. Ensure participation by all required staff in nuclear emergency training and exercises.

F.13.5 Study and research

In support of the PNERP, the MEPR will:

  1. Arrange, through the NEMCC structure, for studies and research to be carried out in the area of nuclear emergency effects, planning, management, and response
  2. Remain abreast of the state of the art and science in this area.

F.14 Communications Branch

F.14.1 Planning and preparedness

On behalf of MEPR and the province, the Communications Branch shall:

  1. Develop and maintain a Provincial Emergency Information Plan.
  2. Develop plans and procedures to ensure the co-ordination of emergency information from ministries and other consulting partners
  3. Assist in the development of the emergency information program of provincial ministries (and agencies, boards, and commissions), reactor facilities and designated and host municipalities
  4. Develop plans and procedures to prepare staff to assist any municipality that may have to respond to a radiological emergency to co-ordinate emergency information
  5. Ensure ministry staff working in the PEOC should have an overall knowledge of their emergency plans and the PNERP
  6. Participate, as required, in an NEMCC sub-committee related to long-term housing and the associated economic, educational, health, psychosocial, and other issues associated with the relocation of large population groups.

F.14.2 Provision of personnel

In support of the PNERP the Communications Branch will provide a suitable representative to participate on inter-organizational NEMCC sub-committees and working groups set up under the PNERP to ensure alignment and address inter-organizational issues.

F.14.3 Response

In support of the PNERP the Communications Branch will:

  1. Direct and support emergency information activities in the PEOC during a radiological or nuclear emergency
  2. Ensure that all provincial ministry emergency information is co-ordinated during an emergency response
  3. Ensure the coordination of emergency information being released by all jurisdictional levels involved in the emergency response
  4. Assist municipalities in their emergency information operations during an emergency response to help ensure that all emergency information is being handled in a timely, consistent, and accurate manner
  5. Establish a Public Information Management Section within the PEOC to direct and co-ordinate emergency information at the first practicable occasion following a nuclear emergency.

F.14.4 Training and exercises

In support of the PNERP the Communications Branch will:

  1. Execute the training and exercise responsibilities described in the Nuclear Training Program and the Nuclear Exercise Program prior to a radiological or nuclear emergency to ensure appropriate training of ministry staff
  2. Develop and maintain a PEOC training program to ensure that Communications Branch staff working within the PEOC have an overall knowledge of their emergency plans and the PNERP
  3. Ensure participation by all required staff in nuclear emergency training and exercises.

F.15 Non-Order In Council Ministries

This section applies to those Ministers (together with the leadership of the agencies, boards, and commissions operating to assist them) whose mandates lie outside the scope of the OIC. In accordance with EMCPA 5.1:

In accordance with section 5.1 of the EMCPA, every Minister of the Crown presiding over a ministry of the government of Ontario and every agency, board, commission and other branch of government designated by the Lieutenant Governor in Council shall develop and implement an emergency management program consisting of:

  1. an emergency plan as required by section 6 of the EMCPA
  2. training programs and exercises for public servants and other persons with respect to the provision of necessary services and the procedures to be followed in emergency response and recovery activities
  3. public education on risks to public safety and on public preparedness for emergencies
  4. any other element required by the standards for emergency management programs set under section 14 of the EMCPA.

While not specifically identified within the OIC, non-OIC ministries should still prepare for the impact of a nuclear emergency on their operations. Non-OIC ministries include:

  1. Ministry of Education
  2. Ministry of Finance
  3. Ministry of Francophone Affairs
  4. Ministry of Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Reconciliation
  5. Ministry of Infrastructure
  6. Ministry of Intergovernmental Affairs
  7. Ministry of Long-Term Care
  8. Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming

Ministry of Sport

To the extent that the circumstance in a nuclear emergency may permit, ministries without responsibilities outlined in Annex F1-14 of the PNERP should endeavor to conduct the following operations endeavour to prepare for the impact of a nuclear emergency on their operations.

F.15.1 Planning and preparedness

In support of the PNERP, non-OIC ministries will:

  1. Execute the applicable preparedness responsibilities described in the PNERP prior to a nuclear emergency
  2. Ensure ministry staff with emergency response assignments to the PEOC should have knowledge of their emergency responsibilities, consistent with the PNERP and with the ministry’s mandate.

F.15.2 Provision of personnel

In support of the PNERP, non-OIC ministries will:

  1. As required, ensure suitable personnel are available for staffing positions in the PEOC, as consistent with their ministry mandate in an emergency
  2. As required, provide a suitable representative to participate on inter-organizational NEMCC sub-committees and working groups.

F.15.3 Response

In support of the PNERP, non-OIC ministries will:

  1. Execute the applicable responsibilities described in the PNERP, and consistent with the ministry’s mandate, at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  2. Convene a Ministry Action Group to direct and co-ordinate ministry actions under the direction of the PEOC at the first practicable occasion during a nuclear emergency
  3. Provide assistance and resources as required for emergency response and consistent with the ministry’s mandate.
  4. Channel emergency public information, as it pertains to the ministry’s mandate, for public release through the PEOC PIMS.

F.15.4 Training and exercises

In support of the PNERP, non-OIC ministries will participate in training and exercises described in the Nuclear Training Program and the Nuclear Exercise Program to ensure appropriate training of ministry staff.