Sioux Lookout, ON – Sioux Lookout’s "Pathways to Prevention" project, made possible by Intact Financial Corporation’s Municipal Climate Resiliency Grants program, will be hosting three more wildfire presentations to homeowners through September and October.
The next Pathways to Prevention presentations will take place:
- Monday, September 15th, at 7:00 p.m. at the Hudson Fire Hall
- Wednesday, September 17th, at 7:00 p.m. at the Sioux Lookout Fire Hall
- Monday, October 20th, 7:00 p.m. at the Sioux Lookout Fire Hall
These are sessions are designed to explore the project and how Sioux Lookout Fire Services can support local residents, thanks to Intact’s financial support.
This initiative is among 19 community-led projects across Canada selected by Intact as part its expanded $3.1 million commitment to climate adaptation through its Municipal Climate Resiliency Grant program.
To learn more about the program, visit: intactfc.com.
How Intact is Supporting Canadians to Prepare for a Changing Climate:
- Intact recently launched a national, long-term prevention program called Keep It Intact. The program provides an array of tools, solutions, and practical advice to empower Canadians in protecting their properties. With many easily implemented and proven tips, homeowners can take proactive steps to help prevent or reduce damage from extreme weather.
- Through its partnership with the Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation, Intact has released easy-to-follow infographics and simple maintenance steps explaining how Canadians can help protect their communities against extreme weather, including wildfire and floods.
Key Facts
- Summer of 2024 was the most destructive season in Canadian history for insured losses due to severe weather, totaling $7.1 billion. With 228,000 claims filed, this represents a 406% increase in claims due to severe weather events compared with the 20-year average.
- Municipalities own and operate 60% of the public infrastructure in Canada.
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About the Municipality of Sioux Lookout
The Municipality of Sioux Lookout is a dynamic and diverse northern Ontario community that serves as a hub for commerce, healthcare, and culture. It is committed to supporting innovation, environmental stewardship, and community-led growth across the region.
About Intact Financial Corporation
Intact Financial Corporation (TSX: IFC) is the largest provider of Property and Casualty (P&C) insurance in Canada, a leading Specialty lines insurer with international expertise and a leader in Commercial lines in the UK and Ireland. The business has grown organically and through acquisitions to almost $24 billion of total annual operating direct premiums written (DPW).
In Canada, Intact distributes insurance under the Intact Insurance brand through agencies and a wide network of brokers, including its wholly owned subsidiary BrokerLink. Intact also distributes directly to consumers through the belairdirect brand and affinity partnerships. Additionally, Intact provides exclusive and tailored offerings to high-net-worth customers through Intact Prestige.
In the US, Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions provides a range of Specialty insurance products and services through independent agencies, regional and national brokers, wholesalers and managing general agencies.
Across the UK, Ireland, and Europe, Intact provides Personal, Commercial and/or Specialty insurance solutions through the RSA, Intact Insurance (UK), 123.ie, NIG and FarmWeb brands.
Municipality of Sioux Lookout Media Inquiries:
Jeremy Funk
Manager, Emergency Services
807-737-2564
[email protected]
Intact Media Inquiries:
Caroline Audet
Manager, Media Relations and Public Affairs
416 227-7905 / 514 985-7165
[email protected]