Canadian communities show leadership adapting to extreme heat Save article Remove saved article

Extreme heat events have become more frequent in Canada under our changing climate. Over the years, evidence has shown that increased mortality and morbidity have been associated with extreme heat events. Climate experts are projecting that warming will continue to happen in Canada, and that future warming will come with changes in weather patterns, including a predicted increase in frequency and severity of heat waves.

In Canada, the risk of illness or death generally starts