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2:47

Could appointing a chief heat officer help Toronto adapt to a warming climate?

Many municipalities around the world are appointing chief heat officers to oversee heat management and adaptation solutions. CBC's Britnei Bilhete explores whether Toronto should do the same.

Windsor-Essex is in for a summer of heat waves, thunderstorms and smoke. How should you prepare?

The official start of summer is still weeks away — but experts are already warning residents to brace for a hot, stormy season with the looming threat of wildfire smoke.

Canada Windsor June 5

16:38

Wildfire expert answers your questions on fire prevention, control

John Vaillant, author of Fire Weather: A True Story from a Hotter World, answers viewer questions on fire prevention, the resources needed to bring wildfires under control and why they're becoming more frequent and intense.

3:47

Shrubs are taking over the Arctic. Will caribou suffer?

As the Arctic continues to warm faster than anywhere else on Earth, the temperature shift is driving changes in plant life, which can have huge effects on ecosystems — including important wildlife like caribou. Our science communicator Darius Mahdavi met with tundra researchers to learn more.

2:43

How the Toronto Zoo is working to save 9 Canadian species from extinction

The Toronto Zoo is increasing its efforts to save some animal species from possible extinction. CBC’s Clara Pasieka breaks down the details of the zoo’s latest initiative.

1:51

Water temperature in the Gulf of St. Lawrence was the hottest ever recorded in 2024

Scientists who study the gulf are noticing worrisome trends as global temperatures rise. That can lead to dangerous conditions for marine life.

20:34

The Breakdown | Graydon Carter talks Trump + Guyana’s oil boom

The National talks to Ottawa-born writer and magazine editor Graydon Carter about four decades of crossing paths with U.S. President Donald Trump. Plus, breaking down what an oil boom could mean for Guyana’s rare net-zero status.

As climate change worries grow, St. John's plans for future big storms

A new report indicates increased risk of flooding in some parts of St. John's, more extreme weather events and climate change concerns grow.

Canada Nfld. & Labrador May 14

2:02

'Unprecedented' climate exposures for people born in 2020

Extreme climate events like intense heat waves and floods will be a regular feature in the lives of younger generations, according to new research that modelled different climate scenarios by birth cohorts.

3:27

Supreme Court decides not to hear youth-led climate case against Ontario government

The Supreme Court of Canada has turned down Ontario's request to weigh in on a major challenge to its climate plan brought by a group of young activists. The decision means the challenge will instead be revived in an Ontario court.

4:19

Pope Francis an ‘influential voice in protecting our planet,’ climate activists say

April 22 is the 55th anniversary of Earth Day, organized by the non-profit Earthday.org. In a statement, it writes that Pope Francis ‘was without a doubt the world’s most earnest and influential voice in protecting our planet.'

15:48

Earth Day Climate Panel: How do federal party policies compare?

This year, Earth Day falls at the tail end of an election cycle where climate change has not been a priority. For more on where climate change stands in this election and on where the federal Green Party and NDP stand in all this, we have convened our climate panel for a special Earth Day discussion.

This small northwestern Ontario town is ramping up forest fire prevention efforts after too many close calls

After a close call with a forest fire in 2023, a small northwestern Ontario municipality is ramping up its mitigation efforts for the season ahead. Sioux Lookout is one of twelve municipalities to receive grant money from FireSmart Canada and Wawanesa Insurance to be spent on wildfire mitigation efforts this year.

Canada Thunder Bay April 19

2:23

How ‘miles of burning sand’ transformed Canada’s Prairie breadbasket

Palliser’s Triangle in southern Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba was once known as a virtual desert wasteland. Now it’s Canada’s breadbasket.

2:18

Climate overshadowed by more immediate issues this election campaign

Polling data suggests immediate issues such as affordability, housing and tariffs have pushed climate change down the priority list for voters in this federal election compared to previous campaigns.

1:34

Mayors ask federal leaders to take action on climate change

While the trade war with the U.S. has been the main focus of this federal election, leaders in some Canadian communities hit hardest by climate change believe the issue has been ignored. Brett Ruskin has the story.

Jayda G creates 'science you can dance to' in new climate change documentary

The Grammy-nominated Canadian producer/DJ hosts Blue Carbon, a film that intersects music-making with climate activism.

2:30

Canadian mayors push federal leaders for action on climate

Municipal politicians across Canada have written a letter to the five main federal party leaders urging them to tackle climate change along with economic and security concerns in this election.

4:54

Young voters say cost of living, environment are their big election issues

Students at Queen's University in Kingston, Ont., some of them voting for the first time, say they're worried about climate change and getting jobs after graduation, but engaging in the election may have to wait until after exams.

What did homeowners do with green rebates, and did they make a difference?

The federal government provided $2.6 billion for heat pumps, solar panels, insulation and other green upgrades to Canadians' homes through the Canada Greener Homes Grant. But did it make enough of a difference? A new report takes a closer look.

Science April 8

3:04

Scientists believe an Alaskan volcano is about to erupt. Here’s how they’re preparing

Scientists say it's likely that the closest active volcano to the Alaskan city of Anchorage will erupt soon. If it does, the primary concern is ash, which could impact both residents and flights in the area. Here's how scientists are preparing.

Sudbury activist and first-time voter Sophia Mathur wants to see the spotlight on climate change

Climate activist Sophia Mathur says it will be a “pinnacle point” in her life when she gets to cast her vote for the first time in Canada’s upcoming federal election.

Canada Sudbury April 4

Mar 22: What fossil plants say about the evolution of life, and more…

On this week's episode: is our universe inside a black hole, Antarctic explorers, tracking teenaged turtles, and carbon-neutral concrete.

Radio Quirks & Quarks March 21

Climate disasters have nearly quadrupled cocoa prices, forcing some chocolatiers to close

Chocolate lovers might notice their favourite sugary snack could cost a bit more or be a bit smaller as climate change ravages cocoa crops in West Africa.

Canada Saskatchewan March 18

1:56

Poilievre says he would end industrial carbon tax

Pierre Poilievre said a Conservative government would end the industrial carbon tax and the consumer carbon tax — a plan that advocates say would also end any chance of Canada hitting targets to lower emissions.

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