ClimateWest

Working across #Alberta, #Saskatchewan, and #Manitoba, ClimateWest equips communities, businesses, and governments to thrive in the face of a changing climate.

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

🎉 Registration is now open for the ClimateWest 2025 Forum!

Join us to hear inspiring stories, knowledge and tools that promote preparedness in our changing climate.

📅 June 17-18, 2025
📍 Saskatoon & online
💲 Free to attend!
📝 Register https://t.co/M4xSHEqOCx

#CWForum

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

📢 We're #hiring!

We are seeking an outgoing, motivated and highly organized leader to help us advance climate adaptation and resilience in the Prairie region.

Find out more and apply 👇

https://t.co/mLaoJKGlrm

#ClimateJobs #GreenJobs

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

📅 Join us on March 5 for Climate Preparedness 101!

Whether you're new to climate preparedness or looking to refresh your knowledge, this webinar is the perfect opportunity to dive into the essentials.

Register: https://t.co/G633BfLvms

#Manitoba #ClimateResilience

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

With the Western Flood Mapping Conference fast approaching, we'd like to acknowledge our sponsors.

Thank you for supporting the conference & demonstrating your commitment to advancing flood mapping in Western Canada! 🙏

@cityofcalgary @Ebbwater @KlohnCrippen @KWL_Engineering

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

📢 Register for the Western Flood Mapping Conference!

Join @NRCan and @climatewest_ca to discuss and address key challenges concerning flood hazard mapping in Western provinces and territories.

Space is limited. Register soon to avoid disappointment! https://t.co/GCIHMknqjE

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

📢 Register Now: Climate Ready Infrastructure Service

Local governments and climate experts are invited to register to collaborate on projects that advance both climate resilience and low-carbon solutions.

Find out more and apply: https://t.co/FBDiTXQCW4

#CDNmunis

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

ClimateWest, along with our project partner @ReClimateCanada, is thrilled to be among the projects funded by @NRCan's Climate Change Adaptation Program!

Stay tuned for more details on the Climate Ready Prairies project in the coming months!

#ClimateResilience #ClimateAdaptation

[Natural Resources @NRCan]

We just announced more than $2.6M for 7 projects based in the Prairies to build climate change resilience and help keep Canadians safe from extreme weather events.

Learn more: https://t.co/I0ydtb5S9Y

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

🧩 What do communities need to develop a climate adaptation plan?

Using climate data projections is a key piece of the puzzle but socio-economic and ecological data will help to build a more complete picture of your community.

Find out how 👇

https://t.co/VrMLlkomR1

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

📣 Happening tomorrow!

Join this webinar to find out how #ClimateInsight can support you in building low-carbon, climate-ready public housing and #infrastructure in your community.

📅 Thursday, Nov 21 @ 12:00 PM CT
👇 Register https://t.co/L58w7iPb66

[ICLEI_Canada @ICLEI_Canada]

NEW! #ClimateInsight is a new, free online platform launched by @ICLEI_Canada and @HICC_ca to help small- to mid-sized communities face #climate and #housing challenges. Find curated public housing and infrastructure information in a central location: https://t.co/y3TB2Shzro

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

⏰ Upcoming funding deadline!

The deadline to submit applications to @GreenMuniFund Climate-Ready Plans and Processes is November 29. You must complete a Readiness Check and arrange an appointment with a GMF representative BEFORE submitting an application.

More details 👇

[Green Municipal Fund @GreenMuniFund]

Plan for a resilient #CDNmuni with funding that supports strategies for energy efficiency, weather preparedness, snow and rain management, and more. Apply now: https://t.co/b4slovGe50

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

📢 Upcoming webinar!

We’ll be joining experts from @IISD_News, @CityofVancouver & @1grandforksbc to dive into real-world examples of cost-effective natural infrastructure projects & cost recovery options for local governments in Canada.

Register today! https://t.co/kVFSSz8w2T

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

👀 Have you had a chance to check out this new toolkit?

As communities feel the impacts of more frequent extreme weather, buildings and infrastructure must be designed to withstand the climate of our future, not the past.

#ClimateResilience #Infrastructure #UrbanPlanning

[Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada @HICC_ca]

#ICYMI: The new Climate Toolkit for Housing and Infrastructure helps communities adapt their #infrastructure and #housing to a changing climate and build resilience.

Learn more: https://t.co/iz19zzKLnh

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

🚨 Upcoming webinar!

Find out how to use the new Fire Weather Projections App on @ClimateData_ca and what the data can tell us about the projected length of our future fire seasons.

📅 Wednesday, Nov 6 @ 12:00 PM CT
👉 Register: https://t.co/PgIKzYItPB

#ClimateAdaptation

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

📣 In-person event!

Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to protect the health of your community from poor air quality in #Alberta.

📅 November 13
📍Sherwood Park, AB
👇Register

#ClimateResilience

[Alberta Capital Airshed @yegairshed]

Discover, engage, and collaborate at the 2024 Clean Air Forum, dedicated to building community resilience for poor air quality events. Join us on November 13 at the Strathcona County Community Centre.
Learn more and Register here: https://t.co/ECO5iBGdj5

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

Are you ready to protect your community from #ExtremeWeather?

Funding is available to support the development of a #climate risk assessment, adaptation plan or equity-informed resilience strategy.

💰 Up to $140,000 per project
⏰ Apply by November 29, 2024

#ClimateResilience

[Green Municipal Fund @GreenMuniFund]

A climate adaptation plan helps your community tackle climate challenges like flooding and heatwaves by strengthening infrastructure and protecting essential services. Apply for funding to create a resilient future for your #CDNmuni.
🔗 https://t.co/tq0gypRAMj
#ClimateAdaptation

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

📨 Our October #newsletter is out!

Check out new funding opportunities, our roundup of resources and events plus a chance to get to know our newest members of the team!

https://t.co/edpPFLHyfl

Want to get updates straight to your inbox? Sign up here: https://t.co/h0oxjohSE4

[IISD @IISD_news]

Flood and drought can be two sides of the same coin—and natural infrastructure can help address both!

Our expert panel ft. ECCC @usask_water, @TUCanada1, @RedboineWD & @ClimateWest_ca will discuss how the Canadian Prairies can prepare for the future.

🖊️ https://t.co/HkskEmkYnM

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

📢 Upcoming webinar!

We’ll be joining @IISD_News and other experts from @environmentca, @TUCanada1 & @RedboineWD to discuss severe weather on the Canadian Prairies and how natural infrastructure can help as one solution.

📅 Oct 29 @ 10:30 CT
👉 Register https://t.co/WcLQ1ONLtB

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

Are you a policy-maker, researcher, or investor interested in the benefits of natural infrastructure solutions? Check out the free NBI Academy and learn about the economic, environmental and social benefits of natural infrastructure. Register today!👇

https://t.co/MX5OsFpugK

[ClimateWest @climatewest_ca]

How can we build natural infrastructure capacity on the Canadian Prairies? For the sector to grow and thrive, training programs for professionals and skilled tradespeople need to be expanded.

https://t.co/zIZgOXfqKk

#NaturalInfrastructure #ClimateAdaptation