The Incident Management System (IMS) is an operational framework for emergency response. The system facilitates communication, response activities and cooperation within and between organizations; as well as allows for incidents to be managed in a cohesive manner.

Emergency Management Ontario is leading the way in developing a standard IMS system in Ontario. Working with a steering committee of over 30 key stakeholders, including associations representing first responder and health sectors, a new guidance document (doctrine) and a draft training program were released for stakeholder consultation between November and December 2007. The IMS for Ontario initiative is expected to be launched in Spring 2008.

To find out more about IMS and its importance to emergency planning and response, please contact EMO or your sector-specific association represented on the IMS Steering Committee :

1. Emergency Management Branch
2. Emergency Management Ontario
3. Ontario Hospital Association
4. alPHa (Association of Local Public Health Agencies)
5. Association of Municipal Emergency Medical Services of Ontario

Or take a moment to review the background material on this important initiative below.

BACKGROUND Presentation - An Incident Management Incident Management System (IMS) for Ontario 18 pages | 386 kb | PDF format

Frequently Asked Questions 9 pages | 66 kb | PDF format

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