Natural Disasters

Get up-to-the-minute news about hurricanes, earthquakes, tornados, floods and fires. This section also includes news related to relief efforts.

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Jan 30, 2025, 06:00 ET Lytton wildfire class actions join forces to speed up relief for residents

VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 30, 2025 /CNW/ - Rival class action lawsuits for victims of the wildfire that devastated Lytton in June 2021 announced in court...

Jan 29, 2025, 14:01 ET Government of Canada announces funding support to Albertans impacted by the 2024 wildfires

OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 29, 2025 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada is committed to supporting Albertans impacted by the destructive 2024 wildfires as they...

Jan 24, 2025, 12:20 ET Canada and Northwest Territories Fund Community Resilience to Wildfires

YELLOWKNIFE, NT, Jan. 24, 2025 /CNW/ - With wildfires increasing in frequency and severity across Canada — impacting our health, economies,...

Jan 17, 2025, 12:24 ET BMO Pledges $3 Million to Support L.A. Wildfire Relief, Recovery and Rebuilding Efforts

BMO Stadium Being Used as Supply Distribution Site for Those Impacted by Fires CHICAGO, Jan. 17, 2025 /CNW/ - BMO announced today it is pledging $3...

Jan 17, 2025, 06:18 ET The Week in Canadian Press Releases: 10 Stories You Need to See

A roundup of the most newsworthy press releases from Cision Distribution this week TORONTO, Jan. 17, 2025 /CNW/ - With thousands of press releases...

Jan 16, 2025, 08:43 ET Artmarket.com: Wildfires in Greater Los Angeles, Artprice deplores an inestimable loss for the world's artistic heritage

As the world begins to take stock of the unprecedented volume of art destroyed in the fires that are ravaging Los Angeles, Artprice by Artmarket.com...

Jan 15, 2025, 14:15 ET City National Bank and RBC announce $3 million donation to support wildfire relief efforts in Southern California

LOS ANGELES, TORONTO, NEW YORK, and MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 15, 2025 /CNW/ - Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), together with City National Bank, announced they...

Jan 13, 2025, 10:08 ET 2024 shatters record for costliest year for severe weather-related losses in Canadian history at $8.5 billion

Severe weather events affected hundreds of thousands of Canadians and continue to put pressure on home insurance premiums TORONTO, Jan. 13, 2025...

Jan 10, 2025, 20:42 ET Government of Canada's response to the wildfires in California

OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 10, 2025 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada and all Canadians express their deep sadness at the devastating wildfires currently...

Jan 10, 2025, 14:31 ET CIBC donates US$100,000 to support relief efforts for California wildfires

TORONTO and CHICAGO, Jan. 10, 2025 /CNW/ - CIBC today announced it is donating US$100,000 to the American Red Cross to support wildfire relief...

Dec 18, 2024, 07:00 ET Trudeau government fails to protect Canadians from floods, wildfires

Broken commitment on flood means availability of insurance now in question OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 18, 2024 /CNW/ - On Monday, the federal government...

Dec 12, 2024, 10:02 ET Government of Canada provides disaster recovery funding to Nova Scotia for wildfires, flooding and storm Dorian

OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 12, 2024 /CNW/ - In 2023, Nova Scotia experienced one of its worst wildfire seasons, leading to extensive damage to residences,...

Dec 10, 2024, 13:30 ET A tale of extremes: Canada's 10 most impactful weather stories of 2024

GATINEAU, QC, Dec. 10, 2024 /CNW/ - Environment and Climate Change Canada's meteorologists work around the clock to deliver high-quality and reliable ...

Dec 09, 2024, 15:20 ET Government of Canada provides disaster recovery funding to British Columbia for wildfires and floods

VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 9, 2024 /CNW/ - In 2023, British Columbia experienced its most destructive wildfire season on record, leading to widespread...

Dec 02, 2024, 00:18 ET COP16 to Begin in Saudi Arabia as World Seeks Urgent Solutions to Land Degradation, Desertification and Drought

The largest-ever meeting of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) is set to kick-off in Riyadh, with an action-packed...

Nov 26, 2024, 19:00 ET Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro receive Electricity Canada's first ever Extraordinary Service award

New award given to team operating Churchill Falls generating station during wildfire in June. TORONTO, Nov. 26, 2024 /CNW/ - For their bravery and...

Nov 20, 2024, 10:32 ET Centennial College offers new pre-service pathway to becoming a firefighter

Nov. 25, 2024 update: Since this program was announced, an unanticipated technical issue has come up that may impact the planned January 2025 launch. ...

Nov 18, 2024, 22:00 ET SINGAPORE-INTERNATIONAL DISASTER & EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT EXPO (SIDEX) 2025

The Asia-Pacific region, the world's most disaster-prone area, faces growing threats from climate change. Natural disasters are becoming more...

Nov 15, 2024, 12:00 ET Insured damage from October storms in Southern BC surpass $110 million

Insurance industry continues to call on federal government to move forward with commitment to a national flood insurance program VANCOUVER, BC, Nov....

Nov 08, 2024, 16:15 ET Federal government partners with the City of Delta to protect the community from flood risks

DELTA, BC, Nov. 8, 2024 /CNW/ - The federal government is investing $7.6 million to protect people, essential transportation corridors, farmlands,...

Oct 30, 2024, 13:20 ET Rebuilding after the wildfire: Parks Canada changes the Town of Jasper Land Use Policy

In collaboration with the Municipality of Jasper, Parks Canada updates the Town of Jasper Land Use Policy to guide the recovery of the community....

Oct 18, 2024, 09:00 ET Olight Launches Charity Campaigns in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness and Hurricane Relief

Olight, a brand committed to becoming a global leader in mid-to-high-end flashlights, introduced its charity initiatives dedicated to supporting...

Oct 11, 2024, 07:00 ET Boyd Group Services Inc. Notes Impact of Hurricane Activity

- Temporary closures of Certain Collision Repair Centers due to Hurricane Activity- /NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR...

Oct 10, 2024, 21:22 ET CIBC donates US$100,000 to support Hurricane Milton relief efforts

TORONTO and CHICAGO, Oct. 10, 2024 /CNW/ - CIBC today announced it is donating US$100,000 to the American Red Cross to support Hurricane Milton...

Oct 10, 2024, 18:30 ET Rebuilding after the fire: Government of Canada announces rent relief for Jasper National Park lessees and licensees

Up to $15.2 million in rent relief for affected businesses and the Municipality of Jasper allowing them to redirect financial resources towards...

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