Housing Webinars Series 2026-27 (9 of 16)

WEBINAR #9

Enabling Home Maintenance

Technical Stream
Jon Eakes, Celebrity Handyman
Thu, Nov 19, 2026
2:00 PM EST
Presentation

Session Overview

Become aware of the community cost difference between Prevention, Repairs and Renovations. These all address the same problem with very different costs and housing longevity implications.

What is prevention and how do you do it.

How can the community be engaged so that housing longevity, safety and comfort becomes a family affair for both owners and renters.

Topics Covered

  • Cost differences: Prevention vs. Repairs vs. Renovations
  • Importance of preventative maintenance
  • Practical home maintenance tips
  • Improving housing safety, comfort and longevity
  • Engaging homeowners and tenants in home maintenance

Who Should Attend

  • First Nations Housing Managers & Coordinators
  • Housing Maintenance & Technical Staff
  • Housing Inspectors
  • Public Works & Infrastructure Staff

Jon Eakes, Celebrity Handyman

Expert in home improvements on Canadian TV and Radio for over 40 years and the FNHC Builder’s Challenge Guide for the last 9 years, Jon Eakes is a good craftsman but an expert educator.

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