Slip, 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 reading
The 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!
Continue reading
The current COVID-19 situation is putting additional pressures on many housing providers. As the situation continues to evolve, HSC is continuing to support the sector in any way we can.
Continue readingDeveloping formal electrical preventative maintenance and safety programs can help reduce the likelihood
of electrical system failure and fires. That’s why we developed a short guide that focuses on best practices in electrical maintenance and how to recognize the early signs of problems.
Serving in a leadership role at a housing provider, as a Board Director or an Officer of the corporation, is an important undertaking. By agreeing to be a Director or Officer, one assumes a number of responsibilities for the behaviour and actions of the corporation you represent.
Continue reading
The end of operating agreements or “EOA” marks the end of the federal funding that has previously flowed through the province to Service Managers.
Continue reading