Hey there Brad,
Welcome Eh! 😀

for quick questions use the search feature, lots of us in Southern Ontario, so fire away with the questions.
Your personal check list needs to start with;

1. what have you done so far
2. what training do you have
3. strengths and weaknesses do you have. (eg. first aid - you are Paramedic or Basic Red Cross - or - Been camping all my life or, just a few weekends)

4. how many people do you need to prep for
5. what gear do you have on hand,
6. what do you want to get right away

(6- my personal input, if you live in an apartment or the like you need sleeping bags, because you will need to leave at some point. Also have a supply of emergency candles on hand, as well as 5 gal of water per person. Quick bug out food, including power bars etc. ) (if you have a house with land etc, that is your bug out location, unless it is right downtown TO or Ottawa for example, then you make sure you have extra quilts and duvets, to keep you warm, as well as candles)

7. bug out bag of some sort, with the tools in it that you will need for the first 3-5 days
8. Maps, you need some topographical maps of the area you are in, the area you need to go to and the areas in between!!!!!!!!!

9. start reading again from the top, take a slow breath and start at one point or another, but make a check list.
= suggest, go fill some water bottles up, go to Canadian Tire, get some of the 3 gal water bottles = no deposit required, cheaper. Save large 2ltr pop bottles, fill with drinking water, and store all of it, out of sunlight.

Ok, how do you like me now? homework... 😀
Cheers ~Ed

Thank you Ed,

As you so clearly pointed out. There is alot of work to do.

I've decided to take the "Slow but steady" route, as apposed to rushing.
I've been reading SurvivalBlog.com alot and find it both interesting and well researched.
I also find that many Americans take their prepping very seriously.

Many are literally planning for, as they phrase it "The End Of The World As We Know It". A total and complete breakdown of all government and social fabrics that hold everything together. I suppose when you read books such as Alas Babylon, Patriots, or One Second After, you do believe that planning for the end is a wise choice. Perhaps I am just an optimist, but I believe I am planning for the next Ice Storm. A major interruption in the power grid.

As such, I am planning accordingly. However, being an ex Boy Scout. I believe in their motto which has served me well my whole life. BE PREPARED.

So as such, I am planning for that unforeseen and unexpected event....and then some.

Working on a "deep larder". Emergency lights, heat, water, shelter, etc.

Also, I find that Prepping offers the opportunity to become more self reliant. By this I am referring to growing my own food. I am lucky and have the space for two large raised gardens in my backyard. Not only do I get to grow my own organic/pesticide free fruit and vegetables and hers, but I get the added bonus of the therapeutic enjoyment of working with the earth. My next step is learning the almost lost Art of canning. 🙂

So in answer to your post, yes...there is alot to do. But I feel pretty good about what I have done so far. It's a never ending project (hobby now) that I am actually starting to enjoy.

Great hearing from you and look forward to more discussions.

Have a great week-end,
Brad6692.

Sounds like you have a good head on your shoulders!
Congrats, just a reminder, when you buy groceries, just by a little bit extra every time. Soon you will have 2 weeks extra food, then 4 weeks, so on.
Excellent about the Garden and enjoy. Look up Permaculture and all the related to that, as well as 3 sisters gardening, for some different ideas and product enrichments.
Chat later

Welcome to the site Brad6692! I much like you had only come across American content for preppers. The US view seems a little more intent on zombies and the like. LOL. The CDA stuff seems a little more my style. Dont get me wrong, my house would not be the wisest choice to raid when SHTF, but I dont dwelll on the intentional release of nerve agents like many in the US seem to plan for....Keep up the slow and steady work. Enjoy the topics, I check the site frequently to see how around and up to what.
Take care,
The Beav

Thanks Beav,

I am really enjoying the Canadian Content of the site.
As mentioned, I think we seem a bit more grounded and realistic (ie: optimistic 😉 vs. our US counter parts.

However, I will not discount their experience, know how, and determination.
I think we can take so much from their experiences and shape it to suit our needs.

As mentioned, I enjoy SurvialBlog.com alot. They have a wealth of archived info. And to be honest, some of it is down right entertaining and interesting (on man converted a school bus into a self sufficient armoured motor home).

Anyways, thanks for the warm welcome.
Looking forward to reading some great stuff.

Brad6692.

Thanks Ed,

Will have a look at your recommendations.

Brad6692.

I see Zombies everywhere!
driving cars, shopping, shopping, shopping, Tim Hortons 😛

Hello,
Just like most of you,I have been concerned with the current world condition.I live in the Hamilton area and looking for same minded individuals to connect with to discuss more planning.
Be safe!
S.

lmao, you got that right. and welcome brad6692

I see Zombies everywhere!
driving cars, shopping, shopping, shopping, Tim Hortons 😛

welcome!