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Insights, field notes, and practical guidance on wildfire readiness for Ontario cottages, waterfront homes, and remote properties. From seasonal preparation and lake-fed pumping to defensible space and water management, these articles are written to help you prepare long before smoke is on the horizon.
No Time to React: Lessons from CFB Wainwright for Ontario's Cottage Country
A deadly grass fire at CFB Wainwright moved faster than anyone could run, claiming four soldiers and changing how we must think about wildfire. A 15-year wildfire veteran reflects on the loss of Sgt. Morgan Wong and what Ontario needs to do before it's too late
Canada's 2026 wildfire season: what this “acceleration" means for Ontario cottage country
Wildfires are a growing risk, not just in BC. In July, smoke from wildfires in northwestern Ontario covered much of the country in thick haze showing that Wildfire risk in Ontario isn't just a distant worry; it has already affected us. Seasons like this are why we suggest not waiting until you see smoke to start thinking about being prepared. Getting a Wildfire Readiness Assessment now means your system and your property will be ready long before you need it.
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