From: Health Canada
Health authorities across Canada are studying and preparing for impacts of this global health threat
April 30, 2019 – Ottawa, ON – Health Canada
The impacts of climate change on health are already being felt in Canada—affecting both the health of Canadians as individuals and the health system as a whole. Climate change puts pressure on Canada’s health system, contributing to greater costs due to a higher demand for services and damaged infrastructure due to extreme weather.
Today, the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Health, announced that the Government of Canada is taking action to support the health sector in adapting to a changing climate. Through HealthADAPT, a climate change and health adaptation capacity-building program, Health Canada will provide $3 million over three years to support 10 health authorities in delivering projects that will help prepare for and respond to the impacts of climate change.
Different parts of Canada are being affected by climate change in different ways. In addition to the ten funded projects, a network of health authorities will be created to strengthen Canada’s response to climate-driven health risks and to share best practices between communities. The knowledge and tools developed through these projects will benefit communities across Canada.
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“Climate change poses significant health risks to Canadians, and is challenging our health system to adapt to its many impacts. Health authorities across the country need support to prepare for and respond to the impacts of climate change. Our government recognizes this urgent need and is fostering health system innovation to protect the health of Canadians.”
The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor
Minister of Health
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