Coastal areas are particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts. Sea-level rise and increased storm surge heights magnify existing coastal risks such as windstorms, landslides, floods, and coastal erosion. Research activities investigate past changes in climate, present coastal conditions, and make future climate projections to assess the resilience of Canada’s coasts to changes in climate. By fostering partnerships with coastal communities, the knowledge gained can be integrated into adaptation strategies for coastal regions.

Current Activities

• Coastal Vulnerability in the Halifax Regional Municipality
• Coastal Vulnerability in the Greater Vancouver Regional District
• Rapid Climate Changes and Extreme Events on the Pacific Coast
• Sea-ice History of the Northwest Passage

Additional Information

• How do the cycles and modes of the Pacific Ocean affect the water cycle?

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