Helpmap Agency is a nonprofit organization based in Montréal, Canada, dedicated to advancing community-led adaptation infrastructure. Our mission is to ensure that open source technologies for emergency response, recovery, and resilience remain accessible, inclusive, and grounded in the needs of the communities they serve.

With more than fifteen years of experience in disaster response, civic technology, and participatory design, we work with and  support communities directly—through pilot deployments, training programs, and long-term partnerships with local organizations, researchers, and government agencies. We prioritize collaboration, transparency, and trust, recognizing that effective adaptation depends on shared knowledge and collective action.

For our West Coast Readiness Strategy, Helpmap Agency is working closely with local partners to co-design systems that reflect the realities of diverse communities. This includes developing multilingual tools, supporting mutual-aid coordination, and ensuring that vulnerable populations are included in emergency communications and meaningfully involved in response and recovery efforts.