Canada Invests in Climate Change Adaptation to Keep Communities Safe in British Columbia and Across Canada
November 14, 2024
Ottawa, Ontario – Today, the Government of Canada announced a significant investment in climate change adaptation to protect communities and infrastructure from the increasing impacts of extreme weather events. This investment will support projects in British Columbia and across Canada to strengthen resilience and reduce the risks associated with climate change.
“Climate change is already having a real impact on our communities, and we need to take action now to adapt and build resilience,” said Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. “This investment will help communities across Canada prepare for and respond to the challenges of climate change, and ensure that our infrastructure is strong and resilient.”
The investment includes:
- $500 million for the Climate Adaptation Fund to support projects that reduce the risks of climate change to communities and infrastructure.
- $250 million for the National Disaster Mitigation Program to help communities invest in measures to reduce the impacts of natural disasters.
- $100 million for the Coastal Resilience Fund to support projects that improve the resilience of coastal communities to erosion and flooding.
These investments will support a wide range of projects, including:
- Flood mitigation measures such as building dikes, dams, and flood walls.
- Upgrading infrastructure to make it more resilient to extreme weather events.
- Developing early warning systems to give communities more time to prepare for and respond to emergencies.
- Restoring natural habitats such as wetlands and forests, which can help to reduce the impacts of flooding and erosion.
“Climate change is a serious threat to our communities, but we can take action to reduce the risks and build resilience,” said Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault. “These investments will help communities across Canada prepare for and respond to the challenges of climate change, and ensure that our infrastructure is strong and resilient.”
The Government of Canada is committed to working with provinces, territories, municipalities, and Indigenous communities to address the challenges of climate change. This investment in climate change adaptation is a key part of that commitment, and it will help to keep communities safe and resilient in the face of a changing climate.
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