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First Onsite’s Weather and Property Survey highlights Canada’s regional weather and property worries MISSISSAUGA, ON, MARCH 11, 2026 – Despite a winter marked by record extremes—from historic snowstorms and deep freezes to unseasonably mild stretches—Canadians’ overall disaster concerns have modestly declined. According to First Onsite Property Restoration’s annual Weather and Property survey, concerns surrounding severe weather...

Strategic Commercial Restoration in a Remote National Park Setting A Case Study In Rapid Commercial Recovery  In 2024, Jasper, Alberta experienced one of the most destructive wildfires in its recent history. The fire burned through more than 32,000 hectares and left extensive smoke damage across hotels, lodges, and other tourism-dependent commercial properties. Prolonged power outages further worsened...

MISSISSAUGA, ON, JANUARY 12, 2026 – As we look back on the past year, First Onsite’s commitment to its people and the communities it serves has extended well beyond its core work in disaster recovery. The company continues to demonstrate what it means to be a force for good by stepping up in meaningful ways when...

When an explosion rocked the basement and lobby of a downtown Fort Worth hotel, First Onsite mobilized immediately to secure the site, stabilize the structure, and coordinate complex recovery efforts. Working closely with property representatives, engineers, and insurers, the team is restoring the building’s structural integrity to ensure safety while addressing extensive debris removal, smoke...

MISSISSAUGA, ON, November 3, 2025 – First Onsite Property Restoration, Canada’s leading property restoration company, is pleased to announce that it has acquired RBT Restoration By Trades, a full-service property restoration company based in Kelowna, British Columbia. “RBT Restoration By Trades has earned its local reputation through disciplined execution with the kind of quality that...

Company to match $10,000 in public donations for rescued animals and long-term recovery at Happy Days Sanctuary A curious resident of Happy Days Sanctuary looks on as a First Onsite truck signifies the company’s generous $10,000 matching donation, bolstering support for rescued animals and ongoing recovery efforts. MISSISSAUGA, ON, July 15, 2025 — In recognition of...

MISSISSAUGA, ON, June 10, 2025 – First Onsite Property Restoration, Canada’s leader in disaster restoration, announces that it has committed to the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) and is taking significant strides around sustainability and environmental stewardship with new initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint and increasing waste diversion. Canada’s building and construction industry is...

part 1: dealing with the complexities of Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration for Gladstones Malibu When the Palisades Fire burned through more than 2,300 acres in the Pacific Palisades, Gladstones Malibu needed a fast and effective restoration plan. Our team at First Onsite quickly assessed the damage and got to work, removing debris, addressing smoke...

IMAGE LEFT TO RIGHT – CREW NETWORK PRESIDENT CINDY MACMILLAN (CREW VANCOUVER) WELCOMES CREW OTTAWA PRESIDENT SARAH CROUCH (FIRST ONSITE MANAGER OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT) MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO, March 4, 2025 – First Onsite Property Restoration announced today that it celebrates Sarah Crouch, Manager of Business Development, for launching the Ottawa chapter of Commercial Real Estate Women...

MISSISSAUGA, ON, February 20, 2025 – First Onsite Property Restoration, Canada’s leading property restoration company, announced today that it has acquired a majority stake in Great Canadian Roofing & Siding. Great Canadian Roofing & Siding operates in Alberta and Saskatchewan with offices in Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer and Saskatoon. Over the years, the company has...