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As extreme weather events are expected to intensify this season, the Canadian Telecommunications Association is launching its "Be Prepared. Stay Connected" campaign.

Even very small damages to the roof of your home can allow moisture to seep slowly indoors and result in interior damage including hazardous mould growth. Any roof leaks if left unaddressed will worsen exponentially over time.

The Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) and the Insurance Brokers Association of Canada (IBAC) are joining forces to educate Canadians on the impact of natural catastrophes on homes and properties.

Mould can flourish anywhere there is moisture, which means every home has the potential to develop a mould issue. Tackling mould removal on your own can be tempting, but it is neither a safe nor straightforward process to take on without professional help. Not only does DIY mould removal pose significant health hazards, it also risks making the problem worse by spreading the mould to additional areas in your home or business.

A House of Commons committee urges Ottawa to establish a permanent disaster management workforce to swiftly respond to natural calamities like wildfires and hurricanes. The defence committee's report, following two years of study, emphasizes that the military should be a last resort, not the first call for provincial emergencies.

Even after the flames from a fire are extinguished, the after-effects of soot and smoke can cause long-lasting harm to your health and that of your family and pets, as well as to your home and its contents.

Federal-Provincial-Territorial governments are fortifying Canada's Emergency Management Strategy. Focused on resilience and collaboration, strategic actions aim to mitigate risks and bolster recovery efforts. From enhancing communication capabilities to proactive disaster recovery programming, this roadmap charts a course toward a more resilient future.