Bibliography

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1. Lemmen, D.S., Warren, F.J., & Lacroix, J. (2008). Synthesis | Natural Resources Canada. Retrieved 14 October 2015, from http://www.nrcan.gc.ca/environment/resources/publications/impacts-adaptation/reports/assessments/2008/synthesis/10425

This assessment prepared by the Natural Resources of Canada for the Government of Canada discusses the necessary adaptations that need to be made as a result of climate changes affecting Canada. This assessment explores how climate change affects infrastructure, ecosystems, Canada’s industries as well as their international development. The impact of extreme climatic events leaves many communities vulnerable, such as the Aboriginals as well as communities in the Arctic region. In order to deal with Canada’s climate change they suggest integrating climate change into the planning process, implementing risk management approaches as well as identifying the barriers to adaptation action.

2. Purdy, M. (2008). Climate Change and Security: A Canadian Perspective (1st ed.). UBC centre for International Relations. Retrieved from http://www.ligi.ubc.ca/sites/liu/files/Publications/Purdy_Climate_Change_and_Security.pdf

This research paper, written on behalf of UBC international relations, outlines our current climatic situation as well as a projection of what the future holds. They predict an increase in temperature over the Arctic, increased magnitude of extreme climate events as well as natural disasters and an increase in human health risks. The article also outlines potential implications in public safety, national security and international security for Canada. Lastly, they discuss potential strategies and actions that can be taken in order to minimize the consequences of climate change.

3. Riedel, D. (2012). Adapting to Climate Change Impacts on Human Health. Paper 22.

This paper, written by the Senior Scientific Advisor for Health Canada, explores how climate change can potentially impact human health and well-being in Canada. Climate changes in Canada lead to an increase in illness, premature deaths as well as emergence of infectious diseases due to temperature stress and air pollution. Intense climatic events can negatively affect one’s physical and mental health proving to be another concern. Although benefits can also be seen from climate change such as, decrease cold-weather mortality; the negative impacts outweigh the positive. In order to reduce these health related concerns of climate change, adaption is necessary such as vaccination, public education as well as improved disaster management.