Climate Change: A Crisis Already at our Doorstep

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Climate Change: A Crisis Already at our Doorstep

Climate change is not a distant threat—it is a pressing reality that is already affecting communities across Canada. The country is grappling with increasingly frequent and severe extreme weather events, including heatwaves, wildfires, floods, and storms. For instance, in July 2024, a devastating wildfire ravaged the historic town of Jasper, Alberta, causing significant destruction. Approximately 30% of the town’s structures were either damaged …