Introduction to Lot-Level Flood Risks and Flood Resilience Strategies

Across Canada, an increase in the frequency and severity of extreme rainfall events, aging municipal infrastructure, and inadequate flood protection measures at the household level have combined to create a basement flood crisis across the country.

Homeowners, municipalities and insurance companies share the burden of basement flood risk and accordingly also share the opportunity to reduce risk and increase homeowner protection.

This course will provide in-depth knowledge designed to enhance the user’s ability to identify flood risks and determine appropriate flood resilience strategies.