 This research paper examined the role of governmental actions during the COVID-19 pandemic in relation to the concept of resilience in health care. The authors found that while direct references to the term resilience appeared in the media releases of both governments, these references focused primarily on the reactive aspects of resilience. Opportunities to enhance learning and anticipate were identified, such as incorporating the concept of hedging into frameworks of resilience. This paper highlights the importance of understanding the complexity of current systems and articulating a proactive vision of resilience in order to foster resilience in health care. This article was authored by Andrew Smaggis, Janet Long, Louise A. Ellis, and others.