Natural Disasters
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Worried about natural disasters while travelling? What insurance can coverDemand in Canada for travel insurance is soaring with natural disasters disrupting tourism on top of another COVID-19 wave looming, experts say.CanadaAug 31
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N.B. announces surplus 5 times original projection, now at $199.6MThe surplus announced by the New Brunswick government on Monday is about $199.6 million, five times what was originally projected.CanadaAug 28
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Extreme weather is putting Canada’s reputation as tourist destination at riskWildfires, flooding and damaging storms have been the norm in Canada this summer. Here's why experts and industry players are concerned about the impact on tourism demand.FireAug 27
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Anxiety, depression and anger: The mental health impacts of natural disastersNatural disasters can have a big impact on a person's mental well-being. Experts say it's important to maintain self-care and stay connected to your community for support.HealthAug 23
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Maui residents face power cuts as first names of wildfire victims releasedSurvivors of deadly wildfires on Maui contended with intermittent power and unreliable cell service as they sought help rebuilding their lives.U.S. NewsAug 16
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Maui wildfires: Hawaii works to ID 101 dead as recovery efforts ramp upEven where the fire has retreated, authorities have warned that toxic byproducts may remain, including in drinking water, after the flames spewed poisonous fumes.U.S. NewsAug 15
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Canadian military to remain key in natural disaster response, Blair saysDefence Minister Bill Blair acknowledged the military has at times been the federal government's first call, rather than a last resort.CanadaAug 8
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B.C. port strike: CN says it needs 2 months to recover from impactLower consumer demand as well as disruptions caused by wildfires reduced freight service over the second quarter, especially for containers and lumber products, CN said.CanadaJul 25
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Insurance costs rising as ‘catastrophic events’ become the normAs weather events and wildfires become increasingly extreme and frequent, insurers in Canada are finding it more difficult to keep coverage affordable.ConsumerJun 2
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Manitoba approves 89 municipal projects to prepare for future disastersManitoba is looking ahead to future natural disasters, with 89 municipal projects approved as part of the province's 2022 Mitigation and Preparedness Program.EnvironmentNov 1, 2022
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