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City Player – Neighborhood-Scale Citizen Engagement
September 21, 2023
Abstract What if anyone could freely download their digital neighborhood, play out different future scenarios and see the effects on environmental sustainability & livability ? And what if they…

The health impacts of drought in Canada
September 8, 2023
Drought is defined as an extended period of abnormally dry weather that depletes water resources for human and environmental needs. It is important to note that for drought to occur, the…

Urban rewilding and public health considerations
August 31, 2023
Introduction Rewilding involves restoring natural ecosystems following major human disturbance to promote resilient, self-regulating and self-sustaining ecosystems. The concept originated in North…
Antimicrobial resistance and food safety: A public health challenge
August 30, 2023
Abstract The development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a serious public health threat that can turn into a global crisis if not mitigated. AMR reduces our ability to effectively combat…

Preventing indoor overheating
August 23, 2023
As climate change leads to more frequent and severe heat waves and more very hot days in Canada and elsewhere, there is an increased risk of indoor overheating. Indoor overheating…

Pulsed electric fields: A potential alternative technology for parasite control in fish
August 23, 2023
Key Messages Many cultures around the world use raw fish in various dishes, either consumed raw, marinated, or brined. However, marinating or brining does not…
Project, prepare, and protect: Using climate data and tools to understand future extreme heat
August 16, 2023
Abstract Extreme heat events are increasing in Canada and are projected to continue to increase in the future, not only in intensity and duration, but also in geographic extent. Greater efforts to…

Extreme heat
July 28, 2023
Climate change is increasing the frequency, duration, and intensity of the number of very hot days in Canada. During heatwaves, the daytime and night-time average temperatures are…
Keeping our cool: Preventing overheated buildings in the climate crisis
July 20, 2023
Abstract In the face of worsening heat waves, typical weather, power outages, urban heat, etc., how will our buildings perform and shelter us over their lifecycle? To capture the health and…

Cyanobacteria in freshwater
July 19, 2023
Cyanobacteria, commonly referred to as blue-green algae, are naturally occurring photosynthetic bacteria found in lakes, rivers, brackish, and marine waters. Cyanobacteria can pose a hazard to people…