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BMO Financial Group today announced a $50,000 donation to the Canadian Red Cross to support communities affected by the floods in Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick. "We understand those affected by the flooding are living with uncertainty, and we're...

Morneau Shepell has extended its 24/7 bilingual crisis support line to help anyone in need of emotional support as a result of the flooding in the National Capital Region and Central Ontario, which has forced numerous people to evacuate their homes....

Ten banks have come together to help the Canadian Red Cross provide emergency relief and support for communities impacted by flooding in Ontario, Québec and New Brunswick. Support includes opening branch locations and online networks for donations...

SDBIC announced today that Guardian Vault, which provides personal safe deposit boxes, is the first private vault in Washington to earn the prestigious SecurePlus accreditation. Based on a comprehensive evaluation of Guardian Vault's protective...

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise the public that, as a result of significant rainfall combined with the snow melt on the Ottawa River watershed, water levels all along the Ottawa River, and on Lake Timiskaming, will be...

Samaritan's Purse Canada is helping New Brunswick's flood victims by moving one of its specially equipped Disaster Relief Units to the water-logged province, and recruiting volunteers to clean damaged homes. Community leaders have welcomed the...

Hydro-Québec has announced a number of measures to make things simpler for customers who have been affected by this spring's exceptionally severe floods. A dedicated phone line is available to assist flood victims with any questions they may have for...

By selling muffins, cake and play dough, two little girls from different sides of the world raised hundreds of dollars to help those who are suffering from the devastation of Hurricane Idai in Mozambique. Care for Life, a non-profit based in Arizona,...

Solera Holdings, Inc. ("Solera"), a global leader in intelligent data and software as a service (SaaS) to manage and secure the automotive, light and heavy truck fleet, home and identity ecosystems, today announced its partnership with the American...

The urban agglomeration of Montréal declares a state of emergency in support of the related municipalities and boroughs affected by the floods. The mayor of Montréal, Valérie Plante announced this decision pursuant to the analysis of current...

The Government of Canada recognizes the difficulties faced by Canadians affected by recent flooding across the country and is committed to help reduce their burden. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is reminding Canadians that it offers taxpayer relief...

Today, Hydro One crews continue to conduct emergency disconnections in areas affected by flooding, as directed by regional authorities. Customers are urged to call 1-800-434-1235 if water rises above their electrical outlets, baseboard heaters or...

Bimbo Canada, owner of Vachon Bakery, confirms that the Vachon bakery in Sainte-Marie-de-Beauce is scheduled to begin baking snack cakes with lines operational within eight weeks, once it has completely recovered from flood damage affecting the...

As hundreds of homes are flooded throughout Québec, the Fonds de solidarité FTQ is making a $35,000 donation to the Red Cross. Such donations allow the organization to offer disaster relief services to evacuees in the affected communities. To donate...

The BC FireSmart Committee is calling on all British Columbia residents and communities to prepare for the upcoming wildfire season by mitigating wildfire risks where they live. It's also urging neighbours to join forces and help their entire...

Today, the Honourable Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, issued the following statement about flooding in Ontario. "I have spoken with my provincial counterpart, Solicitor General Sylvia Jones, regarding the flooding...

The Honourable Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, will hold a media technical briefing and will provide an update on federal support to communities currently experiencing flooding. He will be joined by government...

Morneau Shepell has extended its 24/7 bilingual crisis support line to help anyone in need of emotional support as a result of the flooding in New Brunswick, which has forced hundreds of people to evacuate their homes. This follows the crisis line...

In order to face the anticipated rise in water levels, the urban agglomeration of Montréal is rolling out its "Response 2" mobilization procedures, in keeping with the ongoing efforts in this regard. The city continues to work to secure its...

Feed the Children, an international nonprofit known for its efforts to help eradicate childhood hunger, has launched an initiative to educate parents and children on preparing for the unexpected during a disaster. Through its work with school...

A report from the Institute for Catastrophic Loss Reduction (ICLR) and the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) recommends the development of a new national standard of Canada on wind resilience to mitigate residential and small building property damage...

Morneau Shepell has opened its 24/7 bilingual crisis support line to help anyone in need of emotional support as a result of the flooding in Quebec and tragic loss of young lives in Miramichi, New Brunswick. Members of communities impacted by these...

Now more than ever, communities need help adapting to the frequent and intensifying weather events caused by climate change. Reducing the impact of natural disasters such as flooding is critical to keeping Canadian families safe, protecting local...

We at Alterna Savings are offering emergency interest-free loans to members who are affected by the flooding and extreme rainfall across Ontario and Quebec. "Two years ago, we helped residents in Ottawa and Gatineau get back on their feet after...

Now more than ever, communities need help adapting to the frequent and intensifying weather events caused by climate change. Reducing the impact of natural disasters such as flooding is critical to keeping Canadian families safe, protecting local...

Today, the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH)® Partnership unveiled the "No Code. No Confidence." building code campaign during the 2019 National Hurricane Conference. The research-derived project is designed to increase community...

Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is encouraging residents affected by flooding in New Brunswick to call their insurance representatives if they have damage to report. The New Brunswick Emergency Measures Organization,...

Note: All times local   Gatineau, Quebec 12:30 p.m. The Prime Minister will visit a flood evacuation centre in Gatineau.   Note for media: Pooled photo opportunity for tour  This document is also available at http://pm.gc.ca   SOURCE Prime...

Note: All times local   Gatineau, Quebec 12:30 p.m. The Prime Minister will visit a flood evacuation centre in Gatineau.   Note for media: Pooled photo opportunity for tour  This document is also available at http://pm.gc.ca   SOURCE Prime...

Desjardins Group will take steps to support and provide financial relief to members and clients affected by the recent spring flooding. Individuals and businesses impacted by the floods will have options such as payment deferrals, emergency loans and...

The USAID Center for International Disaster Information (CIDI) is pleased to announce the winners of the 14th annual Public Service Announcements for International Disasters contest (PSAid). PSAid is a nationwide contest...

The study looks in detail at the floods and the consequences that resulted from 2018's Hurricane Florence in North Carolina. Written in collaboration with Zurich North America, Zurich Flood Resilience Alliance, and ISET-International, the new report,...

Canada's Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, François-Philippe Champagne, visits the Greater Victoria area to make important infrastructure announcements that will positively impact the surrounding communities. Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2019...

National Bank is announcing that it will implement a series of measures to help its Personal and Commercial Banking clients affected by the spring flooding in Eastern Canada, particularly in Quebec and New Brunswick. Bank employees are currently...

NAVFAC Atlantic has awarded ECC a five-year, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity Global Contingency Construction Multiple Award Contract with a joint total acquisition value of $975 million.   "ECC has been very successful in executing...

BASF Corporation is providing a #HurricaneStrong Resilient Roof Upgrade to one lucky family that includes a closed-cell spray polyurethane foam insulation application. The upgrade seals your roof deck to create a barrier from water penetration and...

Canada's Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, François-Philippe Champagne, visits the Greater Victoria area to make important infrastructure announcements that will positively impact the surrounding communities. Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2019...

U-Haul Company of Western Quebec is offering 30 days of free self-storage to residents near Laval and Boisbriand, north of Montreal, as well as Gatineau, north of Ottawa, where flooding has been significant and is likely to worsen....

Canada's Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, François-Philippe Champagne, visits the Greater Victoria area to make important infrastructure announcements that will positively impact the surrounding communities. Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2019...

Now more than ever, communities need help adapting to the frequent and intensifying weather events caused by climate change. Reducing the impact of natural disasters such as flooding and wildfires is critical to keeping Canadian families safe,...

Marco Mendicino, Parliamentary Secretary to François-Philippe Champagne, Canada's Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, will visit key facilities in Windsor that have benefitted from federal funding and make an important infrastructure...

Marco Mendicino, Parliamentary Secretary to François-Philippe Champagne, Canada's Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, will visit key facilities in Windsor that have benefitted from federal funding and make an important infrastructure...

Sungard Availability Services (Sungard AS) was among the select companies that Forrester invited to participate in The Forrester Wavetm: Disaster-Recovery-As-A-Service Providers, Q2 2019. In this evaluation, Sungard AS was cited as a Leader in DRaaS....

Jacobs has been appointed to provide professional services (Lot 1) of the Environment Agency's new Collaborative Delivery Framework (CDF) in two of the six regional delivery hubs across England, both the North West and the Thames & Anglian regions...

May is National Electrical Safety Month, and the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) reminds us that disasters bring serious risks for electrically related fatalities, injuries and property loss. To highlight those risks and ways to...

Across the globe, people are in shock over the fire that severely damaged Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. Now that the fire is out and there are only a few injuries to emergency personnel, thoughts have turned to repair and renovation of the...

To make it easier for people to access its services and get critical safety information, the American Red Cross is expanding its reach with voice technology through Alexa, Amazon's voice service. By using Alexa-enabled...

Operation BBQ Relief, a 501C3 tax-exempt charitable organization committed to providing hot meals and compassion to areas after disaster strikes, invites community members to join The Breaking Bread Tour and support military, first responders and the...

It's an intelligent impact investment opportunity with a socially conscious and serious punch, and it's opened its arms to investors who want to own a piece of a hurricane-protected, aquaponics vertical farm.   For the past year, husband-and-wife...

In a response to the tornado that took ten lives in 2014 South Industries has teamed up with JBHM Architecture, Burks Mordecai Builders, The City of Louisville, and Broaddus & Associates to construct a FEMA safe room and community storm shelter. The...