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Because it's canvas, it's designed to absorb the water using capillary action and retain it. If it gets completely saturated it'll drip but basically required no maintenance other than giving it a good airing once a year and making sure it doesn't get packed away wet as it'll rot.
The poles are steel tubes so strong as anything and will stand up in a full gale.
Just don't touch the outer sheet if it's wet as the water will wick up your finger and soak you in seconds.