Climate Resilience for Kingston Residents

Explore our resources designed to equip residents and neighbourhoods with the tools and strategies needed to prepare for and adapt to the effects of climate change.

In addition, review the workbooks available through the City of Kingston and Southeast Public Health (links at bottom of page)

Why Climate Adaptation Matters Now

Kingston residents are already experiencing climate-related risks, and investing in adaptation now helps protect homes, maintain daily life, and reduce long-term financial strain.

UNDERSTAND THE RISKS

Creating Your Climate Risk Profile

Understanding your personal risk is the first step in preparing for climate impacts. By thinking about where you live, the condition of your home, and who in your household may be most vulnerable, you can better identify the risks you face and take steps to protect what matters most. Remember: in a household with multiple adults and older children, often one person will be most knowledgeable about household systems, but in an emergency, that person may not be at home. Regardless of who prepares these plans and who is most knowledgeable, make sure that everyone who could be home alone knows what to do in an emergency.

Emergency Kits, Procedures, and Go Bags

Preparing for climate-related events means having the right supplies at home and knowing what to do before an emergency happens. Building an emergency kit and setting simple household plans can help you respond quickly and stay safe during different types of extreme weather.

Recovery and Follow-Up

Develop a plan that allows you to respond, recover, and return to normal as smoothly as possible after an extreme weather event.

Recovery and Follow-Up template

Planning for the Future

Kingston’s climate will continue to change, bringing new long-term risks for residents. Explore what those changes may look like and how early planning and smart adaptation can help reduce future risk and protect your home and well-being.

LONG-TERM RISK AND MITIGATION