Canada Invests in Climate Change Adaptation to Keep Communities Safe in Northern Ontario and Across Canada
January 28, 2025
Ottawa, ON – The Government of Canada announced today a significant investment of $1 billion over the next five years to support climate change adaptation and resilience initiatives in Northern Ontario and across Canada.
“Climate change is already having a profound impact on our communities, particularly in the North,” said the Minister of Environment and Climate Change. “This investment will help communities prepare for and adapt to the challenges posed by a changing climate, ensuring the safety and well-being of Canadians.”
The funding will be used to support a range of adaptation measures, including:
- Infrastructure upgrades: Strengthening infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, and buildings, to withstand extreme weather events and rising water levels.
- Flood mitigation: Implementing measures to reduce flood risk, such as constructing dikes and improving drainage systems.
- Coastal protection: Protecting coastal communities from erosion and flooding by restoring wetlands, building seawalls, and implementing other coastal adaptation measures.
- Community resilience: Supporting communities in developing adaptation plans, conducting risk assessments, and implementing local adaptation initiatives.
- Research and knowledge mobilization: Funding research to improve understanding of climate impacts and develop innovative adaptation solutions; and supporting knowledge sharing and capacity building to enhance adaptation planning and decision-making.
The investment will prioritize funding for projects that:
- Address the unique challenges faced by Indigenous communities.
- Support vulnerable populations, such as seniors, children, and those with disabilities.
- Protect critical infrastructure and services, such as healthcare facilities, transportation networks, and energy systems.
- Promote nature-based solutions, such as restoring wetlands and planting trees, to enhance resilience and provide multiple benefits, such as improved air quality and carbon sequestration.
The funding announcement comes as part of the government’s commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40-45% below 2005 levels by 2030, and to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
“Climate change is not only an environmental issue, but also a social and economic one,” said the Minister of Northern Affairs. “This investment will help Northern Ontario communities mitigate the risks and seize the opportunities presented by climate change, fostering economic growth and creating jobs in the clean energy sector.”
The government will work closely with provincial and territorial governments, Indigenous communities, municipalities, and other stakeholders to identify and implement the most effective adaptation measures.
“This investment is a testament to the government’s commitment to protecting Canadians from the impacts of climate change,” said the Minister of Public Safety. “We will continue to work with our partners to ensure that our communities are prepared for the future.”
Canada Invests in Climate Change Adaptation to Keep Communities Safe in Northern Ontario and Across Canada
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