Canada launched the public consultation phase of a national climate adaptation strategy on Monday, aimed at developing its first-ever framework to help cope with increasing natural disasters and other severe impacts from global warming.
During the three-month consultation period Canadians are being asked for input on how communities and businesses should prepare for climate-related disasters like wildfires, rising sea levels and melting permafrost.
The climate in Canada is warming twice as fast as the global average, and the consultation comes as recent flooding displaces communities in Manitoba and the Northwest Territories."No corner of Canada is untouched, the costs of climate change are mounting in all parts of the country," Federal Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault told a news conference, adding that in the last few years the impacts of climate change had cost the country C$30 billion .
Recent extreme weather events include a series of atmospheric rivers that flooded British Columbia in November and a record-breaking "heat dome" in western Canada last summer that was followed by destructive wildfires.Ottawa plans to release the final adaptation strategy by fall 2022. It will focus on long-term and short-term goals for Canada's economy, infrastructure, disaster resilience, natural environment and the health and well-being of Canadians.
Short-term priorities include enhancing food security, updating building codes and expanding Canada's network of trained responders for when natural disasters strike. Analysts at the Canadian Climate Institute think tank said Canada is lagging other countries in preparing for the impacts of climate change, and the new strategy would help address the underinvestment to date.Reporting by Nia Williams; editing by Jonathan OatisSubscribe to our sustainability newsletter to make sense of the latest ESG trends affecting companies and governments.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Hail possible during thunderstorms Sunday and Monday in central Pa.The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather warning for the region beginning Sunday afternoon.
Read more »
First Alert Weather: Red Alert for thunderstorms, potential tornadoes Monday afternoon into eveningFirst Alert Weather: It's a Red Alert day with strong thunderstorms headed our way and the potential for an isolated tornado or two. Stick with CBS2 for the latest forecast.
Read more »
Delayed Wallace College baseball game scheduled to resume Monday morningOXFORD - Wallace College trailed Snead State 4-2 after two innings when play was suspended Sunday night due to rain and lightning at the ACCC State Baseball Tournament.
Read more »
Severe weather, with the chance of a tornado, highlights central Pa. forecast for MondayAfter one more stormy day, most of the week looks to be fairly tranquil with temperatures warming into the 80s.
Read more »
Johnny Depp Trial: Amber Heard cross-examination expected to begin Monday as trial resumesAmber Heard is back on the witness stand Monday to continue her testimony in Johnny Depp's $50 million defamation trial that resumes following a weeklong recess.
Read more »
Evanston Township High School requiring masks starting MondayStudents and staff will have to wear masks indoors, regardless of vaccination status.
Read more »