Archive for May 2026
Webinar: Professions Advancing Adaptation Competencies – Insights and Opportunities
Climate risks and disruptions from extreme weather events pose significant challenges to transportation systems, including rail and road infrastructure. In this webinar, participants explored the National Research Council of Canada’s (NRC) latest initiatives on climate resilience. Presenters discussed a key project focused on identifying gaps in climate mitigation guidelines for rail passenger transit and the creation of guidance documents to enhance transit agency preparedness. Additionally, participants gained insights into projects on winter road climate prediction, vegetation and flooding monitoring for rail, and crosswind analysis for trucks. These initiatives aim to help transportation stakeholders identify vulnerabilities and bolster their climate resilience.
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The impacts of climate change are rapidly shifting the needs and expectations of Canada’s workforce. To successfully adapt to climate change and build a resilient future for all, practitioners working across Canada must adapt to meet these shifting demands. The Professions Advancing Adaptation Competencies (PAAC) project examined how climate action competencies can be strengthened and embedded within practice across the Accounting,…
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