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First Onsite Relocates to Mirabel to Strengthen Service Across Greater Montreal’s North Shore
MISSISSAUGA, ON, APRIL 23 – First Onsite Property Restoration, one of Canada’s leading property restoration providers, today announced the relocation of its St-Agathe-des-Monts branch to a new facility in Mirabel, Quebec. Operations at the new location began in March 2026 with a full team in place and an expanded inventory of equipment. Strategically located near Highways...
Inspecting for hidden hurricane damage
When a hurricane passes, the impulse is to get back to your property as quickly as possible. That instinct is understandable, but acting without the right information can put people at risk and make the damage worse. The steps you take in the first 48 hours matter more than almost anything that comes after. This...
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Hurricane Ian: How A Sanibel Island Multifamily Property Went From Category 4 Devastation to Pre-Loss Condition
On September 28, 2022, Hurricane Ian made landfall near Sanibel Island as a Category 4 storm. What followed was one of the most destructive weather events in Florida history. For Hurricane House, a two-building, 15-unit multifamily property on Sanibel Island, the storm caused massive structural damage: roof failure, flooded units, a destroyed pool area, damaged...
Climate Change and Wildfire Smoke Top Canadians’ Disaster Concerns as Weather Worries Shift Regionally
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...
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JASPER WILDFIRE RECOVERY
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...
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Restoring more than property: How First Onsite is restoring lives, communities, and hope
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...
Client Stories
Rebuilding History: Sandman Hotel Fort Worth Restoration After Gas Explosion
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...
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First Onsite acquires Kelowna-based RBT Restoration By Trades
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...
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Rescuing animals, rebuilding hope: First Onsite doubles public support for animal disaster relief charity
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...
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First Onsite unveils sustainability plan to reduce environmental impact
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...