Hurricane Season 2025 in Canada: What to Expect and How to Stay Prepared
Hurricane season in Canada may not be as intense as in the southern USA, but Atlantic Canada and our coastal regions still face real risks every year. With warmer-than-normal temperatures expected across most of the country and a mild fall forecast, this year’s storm season could still bring hurricanes or tropical storm remnants. Preparing now can keep your family safe and your home protected so you can stay ahead of the next major storm.
Canada’s Weather and Risk Landscape for 2025
Canada's weather and risk landscape for 2025 continues with warmer-than-normal temperatures once again across much of the country. Ongoing climate change, a rise in western and prairie wildfire dangers, and increased flooding in eastern and coastal regions are expected. While fall is looking to be mostly mild through October, Atlantic Canada remains at risk of being hit by hurricane and tropical storm remnants.
This winter, we expect the fifth warmest on record nationally, with most regions experiencing well-above-average temperatures, especially in northern Canada. However, some areas in northern Ontario, Quebec, and central Manitoba recently saw some near-normal conditions, which may bring a more classic Canadian winter pattern influenced by a shift from a weak La Niña to neutral conditions, resulting in more frequent snowfalls.
Prepare Now: Essential Steps Before a Hurricane
Preparing ahead of time is the best way to keep your family safe!
Build an Emergency Kit and Family Communications Plan
The two foundational pre-storm actions every household in Canada needs to have are an emergency kit and a family communications plan.
Your emergency kit should contain the following minimum items:
Complete first aid kit.
Non-perishable foods for 3 days for each family member, including pets.
Medicines for 3 days, including pets.
Potable water, about 4L per person per day for 3 days for drinking and sanitation.
A battery-powered or hand-crank emergency radio.
Cash, in case you need to evacuate.
Warm blankets and dry clothes.
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Your family communications plan is what your family does when an emergency happens. Your plan should outline who to contact, where to meet, and an alternative public meeting place in case your home is evacuated. Finally, practice a yearly drill to ensure everyone understands their roles, knows where the emergency kit is located, and knows what to do with its contents.
Secure Your Home and Outdoor Property
Next, secure your home and outdoor property to help prevent hurricane damage to solar panels and outdoor furnishings. It’s always a good idea to get your roof inspected before hurricane season, and trim any dead or weakened tree limbs and shrubs next to your home.
Ensure all outdoor furniture, BBQs, and other equipment are covered, moved indoors, or strapped down securely so that things cannot easily break off or become damaged during high winds.
This is also the perfect time to review what type of home insurance coverage you have and start taking photos in case an insurance claim needs to be made.
Plan For Evacuation and Safety
You never know when gas lines could rupture, or flooding or downed power lines can make your home unsafe, so always be prepared for an evacuation. This should be included in your family emergency plan. Additionally, understand the various evacuation routes in your neighbourhood and how to access real-time information on an emergency radio.
Keeping a portable power bank like the EcoFlow RAPID Magnetic Power Bank (10,000mAh) in your pocket, purse, or emergency kit will also keep you connected.
Power and Safety During Outages
There are several causes of power outages, with strong winds and downed powerlines prevailing during hurricanes.
When the lights inevitably go out, unplug your sensitive electronic appliances to prevent power surge damage when the grid comes back online.
Use your EcoFlow GLACIER Classic Portable Refrigerator Freezer to keep frozen and refrigerated foods at food-safe temperatures.
Alternatively, you can plug in a power station, like the EcoFlow DELTA 3 Solar Generator (PV220W), to run medical equipment, Wi-Fi, heaters, refrigerators, and freezers.
Water, Food Safety, and Post-Storm Recovery
Once the storm has passed, it's time to assess post-storm recovery.
First, do you smell gas? Are there downed powerlines and trees at or near your home? Is your basement flooded? If so, call and hire professionals immediately before attempting to turn your electricity or utilities back on.
Use flashlights and LED lanterns rather than candles, which are a fire hazard. Assess your refrigerated and frozen items. When in doubt, throw it out. Never use a gas BBQ or gas-powered generator indoors for cooking or heating due to carbon monoxide poisoning, which kills 300 people every year in Canada.
Once the grid returns, start turning on your sensitive electronic equipment. Continue listening to the local emergency radio and stay off the roads unless you need emergency medical attention to keep the streets open for first responders. If you have been evacuated, stay at the official evacuation site or pre-arranged family meeting place.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What Is the Hurricane Season in Canada?
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30 in Canada, peaking in late summer and early fall with the most activity tending to occur in September in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador, and eastern Quebec.
What Month Is Worst for Hurricanes?
In Canada, September is historically the worst month for hurricanes as activity tends to peak in late summer and early fall, especially in the Atlantic provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland, and Labrador.
Hurricane Preparedness Protects Families and Homes
Hurricane season is unpredictable, but preparation gives you peace of mind. This year’s mild fall and warm winter outlook still leaves Atlantic Canada vulnerable to major storms and power outages. Stock your emergency kit, create a family plan, and secure a reliable backup power source like the EcoFlow DELTA 3 Solar Generator (PV220W). With the right gear and planning, you’ll be ready to protect your loved ones, keep the lights on, and recover quickly when the storm passes.