Health Impacts
Everyone is at risk of heat and wildfire smoke illnesses in the summer, and social housing tenants are at increased risk because they often have fewer resources.
Prepare a EHWS Response Plan
A guide to help non-profit housing providers develop an Extreme Heat and Wildfire Smoke Response Plan for their organization.
Planning and Communicating with Tenants
Building managers and housing providers should communicate with tenants and building staff about the risks of extreme heat and poor air quality, the signs and symptoms of related illnesses, and how to stay safe.
How to Cool a Space
There are different actions building operators, staff and tenants can take to cool a space.
Extreme Heat Information for Tenants
The following resources and webinars will help you stay informed and prepared during extreme heat and wildfire smoke in BC.
Resources and Webinars
The following resources and webinars will help you stay informed and prepared during extreme heat and wildfire smoke in BC.