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Starting April 1, 2025, Canada’s revamped Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements (DFAA) program will provide cost-shared funding to provinces and territories impacted by eligible disasters. With five new funding streams—from immediate response to disaster mitigation—and a resilience incentive of up to 40%, the updated program emphasizes faster recovery and “build back better” strategies.

Natural disasters can strike without warning and potentially damage or destroy your business, forcing an unexpected closure. Without proper planning for financial losses and property destruction, it can be difficult for business owners to recover when disaster strikes.

The Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) has unveiled its new consumer education campaign, “Protecting Your Tomorrow,” highlighting the critical role of Canada’s P&C insurers. As severe weather losses surpassed $8 billion in 2024, the campaign offers vital tips to help Canadians safeguard their homes and businesses.

The warm weather is always welcome after a long winter, but is your home or business property prepared for the transition to spring? As temperatures rise, melting snow and ice can cause significant water damage to the structure of your building if moisture enters through cracks or leaks or there is inadequate groundwater drainage. Taking a few simple precautions before the new season begins can save you in the long term from costly damage caused by snowmelt and spring runoff.

ServiceMaster Restore proudly sponsored the Scotties Tournament of Hearts for the ninth consecutive year which took place from February 14 - 23, 2025 in Thunder Bay, Ontario.

Water damage in your home can strike unexpectedly, wreaking havoc on your property and disrupting your life. From burst pipes and leaky roofs to flooding and sewer backups, the scenarios are varied, but the impact is universally distressing.

Natural Resources Canada is advancing national climate adaptation efforts with $4.1 million in funding for two projects under the Climate-Resilient Coastal Communities (CRCC) Program.