As climate-related events become more and more common, the City of Timmins is taking proactive steps to build resilience and improve climate adaptation.
Climate describes long-term, year-over-year weather patterns and trends. Climate change happens when those patterns or trends begin to shift, leading to more frequent and intense events such as heat waves, increased flooding, and severe storms. These changes can have significant consequences on health and safety, infrastructure and homes, and local business and industry.
For Timmins, climate adaptation means preparing for increasing risks by upgrading infrastructure, improving emergency preparedness, and supporting residents with easy-to-follow guidance.
Our Community Climate Change Adaptation Plan was developed with this in mind. We are committed to working with residents, partners, and local groups to reduce climate impacts and build resilience. The Climate Safe Communities Toolkit was developed to educate and empower residents, organizations, and educational institutions.
It also introduces the concept of Community Climate Champions. Take a look at the climate action checklist for simple yet meaningful steps you can take that have real impact.
Community Climate Change Adaptation Plan
Climate Safe Communities Toolkit
Community Climate Action Champion Checklist