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Land Use Planning Tools for Local Adaptation to Climate Change
Publisher: Government of Canada
Author: Canada, Government of
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Posting Date: July 23, 2018
Year Published: 2018
Abstract:
This document describes seven of the most prominent land use planning tools being used across Canada to help communities prepare for climate change, increase adaptive capacity and build resilience. A brief example of each tool and its use by a Canadian community is given. The document also explains five decision-support tools designed to assist decision makers in the process of developing and implementing climate change adaptation plans and policies. A description of provincial and territorial roles in local adaptation planning is included in an appendix.
The document is directed to individuals and groups interested in climate change adaptation at the local level, including planners and other local government staff, elected officials, community organizations, local residents and business leaders.
The document is directed to individuals and groups interested in climate change adaptation at the local level, including planners and other local government staff, elected officials, community organizations, local residents and business leaders.
Full Text Word Count: 10