The Canadian Government Adopted NIMS in 2004 as a Framework

question 6

Multiple Choice

The Canadian government adopted NIMS in 2004 as a framework for all levels of government in Canada to develop emergency response plans. What does NIMS stand for and who developed it?

• A) National and International Model for Security, United Kingdom
• B) National Incident Management System, United States
• C) Natural Incident Modelling Sphere, Canada
• D) National Information and Military System, United Nations

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