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Sask. community members come home to wildfire devastation

Residents in the small community of Denare Beach, Sask., are returning home in a phased re-entry after being forced out nearly a month ago due to a fast-moving wildfire which destroyed more than 200 homes.

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How to help your body cope with extreme heat

As parts of Ontario, Quebec and Nova Scotia swelter in a record-breaking heat wave, Dr. Christopher Labos breaks down how extreme heat affects the various systems of the body and how you can protect yourself.

After the puzzling warmth of Earth in 2023 and 2024, what could 2025 have in store?

After 12 consecutive months with temperatures 1.5 C above the 1850-1900 average, Earth’s temperature has now fallen slightly. But that doesn't mean the planet is cooling off.

Science June 20

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Methane from abandoned oil wells worse than initially recorded

A new McGill University study suggests that methane leaking from Canada’s abandoned oil and gas wells is almost seven times higher than previously thought, and residents living near them are calling on the government to take urgent action.

From roundabout gardens to park meadows, how cities across Canada are encouraging pollinators

From tiny roundabout gardens filled with native plants to a three-year pollinator meadow research project, municipalities across the country are showing that even small changes to public spaces can improve pollinator diversity and help mitigate the effects of climate change.

Science June 17

2:03

Expect a hotter than normal summer for Quebec, Environment Canada says

The weather agency released its summer weather outlook. Experts say in the years to come, Quebec summers are going to get hotter and rainier.

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World leaders, scientists gather in France for UN Ocean Conference

World leaders and scientists are gathering in Nice, France, for this week's United Nations Ocean Conference, aimed at confronting the risks of climate change, plastic pollution, the loss of ecosystems and overfishing.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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'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.

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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.

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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.'

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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