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SUMMARY:Debrief on Elections & Next Steps with Other Former Elected Leaders
DESCRIPTION:We know how hard transitioning from governance can be\, especially if election results are surprising or shocking. That’s why Climate Caucus is hosting an informal\, online gathering to process election results with other local elected leaders who know exactly what you’re going through\, as you transition out of governance. \nEmail morag[a]climatecaucus.ca to join.
URL:https://climatecaucus.ca/event/debrief-on-elections-next-steps-with-other-former-elected-leaders/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:National Caucus
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SUMMARY:Exclusive “Ask Us Anything” on the new Build Communities Strong Fund
DESCRIPTION:The federal government’s Build Communities Strong Fund (BCSF) is now accepting funding applications for shovel-ready projects\, with an upcoming deadline of July 15.  \nJoin us for an exclusive “Ask Us Anything” with representatives from the Minister of Housing\, Infrastructure and Communities Canada’s office to learn more about the Direct Delivery stream of the BCSF. This is your chance to ask questions directly\, better understand the application process\, and gain insights that can strengthen your community’s submission before the deadline. \nIf you’re a member of Climate Caucus\, register here to learn about a funding stream that can directly support climate adaptation in your community. \nLearn more on the fund here: https://housing-infrastructure.canada.ca/bcsf-fbcf/direct-delivery-prestation-directe/index-eng.html
URL:https://climatecaucus.ca/event/exclusive-ask-us-anything-on-the-new-build-communities-strong-fund-with-the-office-of-the-minister-of-housing-infrastructure-and-communities-canada/
LOCATION:Zoom Online
CATEGORIES:National Caucus
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SUMMARY:Understanding Climate Polarization in Canada: Causes\, Misconceptions\, and Pathways Forward
DESCRIPTION:Public debates around climate action are often framed as deeply polarized — but what actually drives these divisions in Canada\, and how can local leaders respond more effectively? \nJoin us for a conversation with Emily Huddart\, Professor of Sociology at The University of British Columbia\, whose multi-year research examines the contours of climate polarization in Canada: why Canadians are polarized on climate policy\, what factors shape these divisions\, and what strategies may help reduce animosity and strengthen civil society. \nDrawing from ongoing research\, Emily will explore questions including: \n\nWhy do some people on the political right oppose climate policy while others support it?\nWhat common assumptions do not explain right-wing orientations toward climate action?\nWhat approaches may help reduce polarization and foster more constructive public dialogue?\n\nThis session will offer elected officials a deeper understanding of the social dynamics shaping climate conversations in their communities\, along with research-informed insights that can support more effective engagement across political and ideological divides. \n  \n– \nThis call is open to current and former local elected leaders who are members of Climate Caucus. Members receive calendar invites to these calls. If you have not received one please contact our Network Manager Olivia at olivia@climatecaucus.ca. \nTo become a member (free)\, sign up here or email olivia@climatecaucus.ca with any questions.
URL:https://climatecaucus.ca/event/understanding-climate-polarization-in-canada-causes-misconceptions-and-pathways-forward/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:National Caucus
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260515T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260515T120000
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SUMMARY:Strengthening Wildfire Resilience Through Prescribed Fire
DESCRIPTION:As wildfire risks intensify\, prescribed fire is gaining attention as a proactive tool to reduce risk and restore healthier\, more resilient landscapes. \nThe Canadian Prescribed Fire Training Program (CPFTP) is working to address these challenges by strengthening national capacity for the safe\, responsible\, and effective use of prescribed fire. Through evidence-informed training\, cross-disciplinary collaboration\, and respect for Indigenous-led fire stewardship\, the program equips practitioners to support healthier\, more resilient landscapes. \nThis session will highlight the role municipalities can play in advancing wildfire resilience\, including how local governments and fire departments can build capacity to support safer\, more resilient communities. \nSpeaker Bio: \nJane Park\, Prescribed Fire Manager \nJane Park is the Prescribed Fire Manager for the Canadian Prescribed Fire Training Program (CPFTP). In her current role\, she leads the development and implementation of the training program and is the primary liaison for partner agencies and organizations at the senior management level. Prior to joining the CPFTP worked for 23 years for the Parks Canada Agency in a variety of roles. She started her career with Parks Canada in 2002 as a park warden for Banff National Park and has worked in various parks from Vuntut National Park in the Yukon to Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve on the northwest coast of BC. For 14 years she was the Fire and Vegetation Specialist in Banff National Park and most recently she worked as Parks Canada’s National Fire Management Program as the Fire Science Specialist. Much of her career has been focused on the reintroduction of fire onto the landscape through prescribed fire\, wildfire management\, fuel management\, non-native and invasive vegetation management\, and ecosystem restoration. She was an Incident Commander on one of the 5 Parks Canada National Incident Management teams and has worked on numerous large wildfires across many national parks and provinces in Canada. Her work also includes raising awareness of gender and diversity issues within the broader wildland fire community. \n 
URL:https://climatecaucus.ca/event/strengthening-wildfire-resilience-through-prescribed-fire/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:National Caucus
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SUMMARY:Prepare or Repair: Climate-Proofing Canada’s Infrastructure
DESCRIPTION:Canada’s infrastructure is increasingly vulnerable to climate impacts\, and the costs of delay are growing. Municipalities own nearly two-thirds of public infrastructure and are on the hook for more than $80 billion annually to maintain and upgrade these assets. Climate change will add billions more to these costs.  \nRyan Ness from The Canadian Climate Institute will share key insights from their report\, Prepare or Repair: How Climate-Proofing Public Infrastructure Pays Off: a groundbreaking set of research outlining infrastructure costs — and how to mitigate them. He will also highlight the case for proactive adaptation and explore practical ways governments can overcome challenges to build more resilient communities. \nThis call is open to current and former local elected leaders who are members of Climate Caucus. Members receive calendar invites to these calls. If you have not received one please contact our Network Manager Olivia at olivia@climatecaucus.ca. \nTo become a member (free)\, sign up here or email olivia@climatecaucus.ca with any questions. \nSpeaker Bio: Ryan Ness \nResearch Director\, Adaptation\, The Canadian Climate Institute  \nRyan Ness has 20 years of experience in environmental management and climate adaptation\, integrating technical analysis\, strategy development and policy implementation. Previously\, Ryan was the lead for climate adaptation programs and corporate strategy at the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority\, and also managed the Ontario Climate Consortium. He is a professional engineer\, holding Bachelors and Master’s degrees in Environmental Engineering and Water Resources Engineering from the University of Guelph\, and is completing a Ph.D. in Environment\, Resources and Sustainability at the University of Waterloo.
URL:https://climatecaucus.ca/event/prepare-or-repair-climate-proofing-canadas-infrastructure/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:National Caucus
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SUMMARY:Accelerating Housing in Your Community with CMHC Tools
DESCRIPTION:How can municipalities get more homes built\, faster\, while keeping them climate-ready and livable?  \nThis session will highlight Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s (CMHC) Housing Design Catalogue. Featuring over 50 regionally tailored designs\, from ADUs and townhouses to multiplexes\, the Catalogue was developed by local architects and engineers to align with regional building codes\, support energy efficiency\, enhance accessibility\, and encourage gentle density in existing neighbourhoods. \n– \nThis national call is open to current and former local elected leaders who are members of Climate Caucus. Members receive calendar invites to these calls. If you have not received one please contact our Network Manager Olivia at olivia@climatecaucus.ca \nTo become a member (free)\, sign up here or email olivia@climatecaucus.ca with any questions.
URL:https://climatecaucus.ca/event/accelerating-housing-in-your-community-with-cmhc-tools/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:National Caucus
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SUMMARY:Integrating Equity into Building Emissions Performance Standards (BEPS)
DESCRIPTION:How can municipalities reduce emissions from existing buildings while advancing equity\, health\, and resilience? This session will highlight best practices and provide actionable strategies for designing equity-focused building performance standards. \nLearn from experts in public health\, building policy\, energy efficiency\, and environmental law on how BEPS can improve building safety and affordability\, mitigate harm for vulnerable populations\, and support municipal emissions reduction goals. The discussion will include practical examples\, policy considerations\, and tools for integrating equity into local climate action. \nSpeakers include: \n\nDr. Samantha Green\, President\, Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment\nMarshall Duer-Balkind\, Director of Policy and Codes Programs\, Institute for Market Transformation\nKatharine Turner\, Research Associate\, Energy Poverty\, Energy Efficiency Canada\nJacqueline Wilson\, Staff Lawyer\, Canadian Environmental Law Association (CELA) \n\n– \nThis call is open to current and former local elected leaders who are members of Climate Caucus. To become a member (free)\, sign up here or email olivia@climatecaucus.ca with any questions.
URL:https://climatecaucus.ca/event/integrating-equity-into-building-emissions-performance-standards-beps/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:National Caucus
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SUMMARY:Resolution Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Turn your policy idea into a resolution with Dr. Teale Phelps Bondaroff. Teale will guide fellow local elected leaders through all the stages of resolution writing\, from issue selection\, research\, the anatomy of a resolution\, resolution writing\, coalition building\, venue shopping\, and follow-up. The skills developed in this workshop will help serve elected officials looking to draft resolutions for regional and provincial conventions\, as well as to draft notices of motion/resolutions to present to their Councils. \nDr. Phelps Bondaroff is a Councillor in the District of Saanich\, and has two decades of experience in Canadian politics. He has drafted resolutions for provincial and federal political conventions\, municipal council meetings\, regional and provincial municipal conferences\, and United Nations conferences. You can learn more about his work at www.Teale.ca \nRegistration Required
URL:https://climatecaucus.ca/event/resolution-writing-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:National Caucus
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SUMMARY:Shaping the Youth Climate Corps: Opportunities for Local Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Following a commitment of $40 million for a Youth Climate Corps (YCC) pilot program by the federal government\, the proponents of this program want to hear from you—as local elected leaders—on how program delivery and community-based projects could best support municipal climate work. \nThe Youth Climate Corps is a bold initiative mobilizing young people to address the climate crisis while creating pathways to good-paying jobs\, skills training\, and stronger community resilience. \nFollowing a brief overview of the YCC and the proposed implementation framework\, you’ll have the opportunity to provide feedback and ideas that can shape the future of this country.  \nThe call will be facilitated by Councillor Will Cole-Hamilton\, who will share insights from the YCC project in Courtenay last summer\, an initiative that was very well received and will be running again in 2026. \nThis call is open to current and former local elected leaders who are members of Climate Caucus. To become a member (free) sign up here or email olivia@climatecaucus.cawith any questions.
URL:https://climatecaucus.ca/event/youth-climate-corps/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:National Caucus
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251121T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251121T120000
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SUMMARY:Shared Micromobility Services in Canadian Communities
DESCRIPTION:This session will explore lessons from Canadian municipalities that have planned or implemented shared micromobility services such as bikeshare and e-scooters.\n \nEzra Lipton and Kate Whitfield\, responsible for the Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) report Shared Micromobility Services in Canadian Communities\, will share key insights and practical guidance from their research about how micromobility can enhance transportation efficiency\, equity\, and sustainability\, while also addressing regulatory and operational challenges. \nKey themes include: \n\nHow shared micromobility expands access to sustainable travel by connecting with transit or replacing car trips.\nThe feasibility of shared micromobility systems for cities of all sizes.\nHow municipal approaches shape system design\, community impact\, and long-term success.\nThe importance of planning safe\, complete micromobility networks that serve all residents.
URL:https://climatecaucus.ca/event/national-call-shared-microbolity-services-in-canadian-communities/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:National Caucus
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251017T110000
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SUMMARY:Financing Local Climate Solutions
DESCRIPTION:During a time of rising affordability\, it can be increasingly challenging for municipalities to fund essential policies\, including necessary climate-related initiatives. This discussion will highlight creative approaches to funding\, through discussions with members\, including Mayor Dorothy McCabe on Waterloo’s surplus funds policy and Councillor Joy Lachica on Peterborough’s Climate Change Reserve. \nMembers will receive a calendar invite to this event.
URL:https://climatecaucus.ca/event/financing-local-climate-solutions/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:National Caucus
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T120000
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SUMMARY:Federal Political Analysis for Local Governance
DESCRIPTION:This timely\, first-of-the-season call will offer insights into our current federal political landscape\, and the expected impacts on local governments’ ability to enact climate policies. \nJessica McIlroy\, Councillor with the City of North Vancouver\, and Alex Cool-Fergus\, National Policy Manager at Climate Action Network Canada\, will share key insights about current federal priorities; the implications for local climate governance; and where there are key opportunities in challenging times.  \nWe’ll ensure there’s plenty of time for questions and discussion\, too.
URL:https://climatecaucus.ca/event/federal-political-analysis-for-local-governance-what-does-the-current-political-landscape-in-ottawa-mean-for-local-climate-governance-in-the-coming-months/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:National Caucus
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