Explore examples of communities and sectors adapting to a changing climate across Canada. Learn about the steps Canadians are taking to understand how climate change affects them and the solutions they find to adapt and increase their resilience.

The Map of Adaptation Actions houses a collection of climate change adaptation examples that may be useful to decision-makers and those taking action on climate change adaptation.

One of the examples:

Toronto’s Heat Health Alert System

As a response to the extreme heat events in the City of Toronto and given that Environment Canada projects Toronto will average 65 days per year where the average temperature exceeds 30°C, the City implemented a Heat Health Alert System (HHAS) in 2001. The HHAS issues a city-wide “Alert” when the likelihood of excess weather-related mortality exceeds 65 percent. The “Heat Alert” triggers several protocols, including the opening of seven designated cooling centres. Toronto’s Hot Weather Response Plan has contributed to increased awareness and the long-term safety of its population. Given the human health implications of prolonged heat exposure, especially for at-risk groups such as seniors, children, and individuals with pre-existing illnesses, the HHAS is considered a prudent action in building climate resilience.

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