In the wake of the first 12 month period to exceed a global average temperature of 1.5 degrees celsius, the world is seeing an increase in natural disasters related to climate change. From February 2023 to January 2024, the global temperature exceeded the average temperature prior to the industrial revolution by 1.52°C. The United Nations Read More…
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How the Canadian Armed Forces Protect Canadians from Flooding
As a result of heavy rain and melting snow throughout April, Quebec continues to face the consequences of significant flooding. As of May 13th, thousands are still recovering, with the Laurentians and Outaouais being the most affected. Flooding has also occurred throughout Ontario and New Brunswick, causing officials to keep close watch over the rivers Read More…
Climate Change and Refugees
Sukhpal Kaur Sangha discusses the impact of climate change and refugees.
Talk to a Diplomat: Episode with Mr. Thomas Popik
Mr. Thomas Popik, Founder and Chairman of the Foundation for Resilient Societies provides advice to students interested in pursuing a career in security matters such as cyber security, terrorism, and critical infrastructure issue development.
State of Emergency: Why COP21 Must Succeed
With only weeks to go before COP21 in Paris, Genevieve Zingg examines the dangers climate change poses to human rights and global security.
Climate Refugees: Yet Another Reason to Fight Climate Change
Usman Javed discusses the problem of environmental refugees associated and climate change.