Library of climate resources

This is a collection of links to climate datasets, tools, guidance and related resources. The sources include the federal government, provincial and territorial governments, national professional organizations, climate consortia and established international organizations. It can be useful for impact, vulnerability and risk assessments, and for adaptation planning.

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Explanation of the different resource types

data product - downloadable climate dataset
tool - builds on a dataset with further analyses and/or visualization
guidance - provides direction on the use of climate information or on conducting climate-related assessments
codes and standards - guidance and best practice documents for climate resilient design
additional resources include educational and awareness-raising material, impact assessments and scientific syntheses

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Regional Perspectives Report (2022) (Opens in a new Window)
This report, led by Natural Resources Canada, provides regional perspectives on how climate change is impacting Canadian communities, environment and economy, and how they are adapting. Six regional chapters (Atlantic Provinces, Quebec, Ontario, Prairie Provinces, British Columbia, Northern) were released on a rolling basis between 2020–2022.

Organization:

Natural Resources Canada
Resource formats:
Impact assessment

Scientific synthesis

Vulnerability or risk assessment

Adaptation planning
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Scanning the Conservation Horizon: A Guide to Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment (Opens in a new Window)
This resource is designed for conservation managers and resource professionals to develop and execute climate change vulnerability assessments. This guide assists users determine which species or systems are vulnerable, the factors contributing to this vulnerability, and provides an overview of the use of climate and ecological response models relevant to vulnerability assessments.

Organization:

National Wildlife Federation
Resource formats:
Vulnerability or risk assessment

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Under One Umbrella: Practical Approaches for Reducing Flood Risk in Canada (Opens in a new Window)

This report outlines practical approaches to limit flood risk in Canada, summarizing best practices from national guidelines and standards applicable to: Residents, governments, federal government and agencies, architects, developers, home builders, home renovation specialists, insurance brokers, mortgage lenders, mortgage brokers, real estate agents, home inspectors, retailers, landscaping professionals, commercial real estate owners/managers, conservation and watershed authorities, environmental not-for-profit organizations, neighbourhood associations, local community groups, local utility companies, institutional investors, and professional regulatory bodies.

Organization:

Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation

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Upagiaqtavut Setting the Course: Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation in Nunavut (Opens in a new Window)
The Upagiaqtavut strategic document establishes a framework for climate change impacts and adaptation initiatives in Nunavut. The document reviews specific climate changes, including precipitation, sea level, permafrost, ice conditions, and wildlife and vegetation. The report also details ongoing and anticipated impacts, including on culture, health and well-being, traditional activities, food security, infrastructure, arts and crafts and tourism. The adaptation approach outlined in Upagiaqtavut is organized around four main components, or napuit, each with a set of corresponding objectives: partnership building, research and monitoring of impacts, education and outreach, and government policy and planning.

Organization:

Government of Nunavut
Resource formats:
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Adaptation planning
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Date modified:: 2019-03-01