Springtime floods have caused tremendous damage in Ontario in recent years. This guide helps providers in developing their flood emergency plan. It identifies items to consider when preparing your building for potential flooding.
Continue readingThis is a brief checklist of steps you should take immediately after an incident, regardless of whether it ends up being an insurance claim or not.
Continue readingBelow are a few case studies that illustrate how HSC can help providers make the most of government funding and utility incentives, engage residents to help reduce energy costs and deliver major projects on time and on budget.
Continue readingLiability claims are less frequent to our program – however, they do occur from time to time and can be quite costly. The bulk of these claims in our program relate to slips/trips and falls.
Continue readingSlip, trips and falls make up a significant portion of our liability claims. When this came up in our meetings with liability underwriters, they suggested that consistent language in snow removal contracts could have a positive impact on program claims.
Continue readingBelow is a sample checklist covering a variety of areas – including general housekeeping, fire safety and things to watch for in specific areas of your property.
Continue readingVideo resources for housing providers on fire safety, tenant engagement and more.
Continue readingThe evidence is continuing to grow – thermal bridging can have a big impact on your building’s energy use and its ability to withstand outdoor temperature changes.
Continue readingUnnecessarily running your domestic water booster pumps can waste energy, water, and money. Many apartment buildings have oversized pumps to provide constant pressure during peak periods.
Continue readingWindows are a big investment. But with so many types and technologies on the market, it can be difficult to figure out which ones to pick. So we have some tips to help you get started!
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