What do you do when the government’s number 1 strategy for slowing the spread of a global pandemic is virtually impossible to implement where you live? What do you do when you have already been […]
Evacuation orders along coastlines have been part of common hurricane preparations since the 1950s. Coastal residents also prepare for major storms by building homes elevated above anticipated high water levels, in order to minimize damage […]
Energy poverty is a surprisingly common problem in Canada, with vulnerable communities most harshly affected by cut-offs when they fall behind on bill payments. Despite this being a longstanding issue, Canada’s public discourse on energy […]
COVID-19 outbreaks in shelters and other effects of the virus forced more people to sleep rough — on sidewalks, under bridges, in encampments — making homelessness more visible. People experiencing homelessness were disproportionately impacted and five times more likely […]
There are some basic cleaning tips for quartz kitchen countertops. The first step is to rinse the sponge thoroughly with clean water before applying any cleaners to the surface. This will help remove any soapy […]
The number of people visibly living in encampments has increased throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. This has led to cities — including Toronto, Victoria and Vancouver — to work with encampment residents to move them into shelters, hotel […]
To coincide with the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on Dec. 3, Statistics Canada released new data about workers with disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. In a news release and corresponding infographic, StatCan reported that workers […]
Visible homelessness during the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the housing crisis across Canada. For women, girls and gender-diverse people, homelessness is often hidden, meaning that they are more likely to avoid shelters, couch surf or remain in […]
Glass shower doors in Toronto have become increasingly popular due to their stylish, modern look and practicality. Plus Glass & Mirror, a leading provider of glass shower doors in Toronto, offers a wide range of […]
What is Asbestos? Asbestos is a mineral that occurs naturally has thin and dense fibers. It is an insulator of heat and electricity and was earlier used in residential construction. Asbestos is a dangerous material […]
It’s no secret that water is one of the most important resources on earth. Your average household depends on water for numerous appliances like washing dishes to showering. But all these amenities are readily available […]
When commercial or industrial structures are cleared, it is known as a commercial demolition. Companies offer demolition services and carry out the work of demolition of big commercial buildings since they have the infrastructure and […]
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