n June 2002, the Canadian Construction Association created a Mould Task Force to develop national guidelines to assist contractors in minimizing the potential for mould growth, and instituting effective remediation practices. This document is the product of that work. These national guidelines provide useful information. Click to download.

The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certication was formed in 1972 to serve as an independent, non-profit certification body, to set and promote high standards and ethics; and to advance communication and technical proficiency within the inspection, cleaning and restoration service industry.

CMHC is Canada’s premier provider of mortgage loan insurance, mortgage-backed securities, housing policy and programs, and housing research. You’ve had water damage in your house due to a burst pipe, a roof leak or a heavy summer storm. You hope that your insurance will cover the damage. What to do? First, read about mold below. You may not know the implications of water and mold damage.

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