D’Angelo & Sons Reveals New Study on Canadian Cities Least (and Most) Affected by Climate Change

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady discusses a groundbreaking study conducted by D’Angelo and Sons, a Hamilton-based roofing and home improvement company. The study reveals the Canadian cities most and least affected by climate change, offering crucial insights into the environmental challenges and resilience factors shaping communities across Canada. With climate change influencing the decisions of nearly four in ten Canadians when considering where to live, the study's findings are particularly timely. It draws on data from the 2021 Canadian Census and the World Resources Institute Aqueduct Water Risk Atlas, ranking cities based on eight key criteria, including projected water stress, drought risk, and wildfire risk.

The study highlights Hamilton, St. Catharines, and Toronto as some of the cities most vulnerable to climate change, facing severe risks such as water shortages and increased wildfire likelihood. Conversely, cities like Victoria, Kelowna, and Vancouver in British Columbia, along with Quebec City and Ottawa, are identified as more resilient, benefiting from abundant water access and natural geographic protection. However, Quebec City and Ottawa still face medium risks of extreme heat waves. For more information on the study, visit the company's website at D’Angelo and Sons.