British Columbia experienced a series of severe atmospheric river events in mid-November 2021, resulting in catastrophic flooding and debris flows, substantial economic losses and supply chain disruptions, extensive displacement, and significant damages to properties and critical infrastructure.
-
-
In mid-November 2021, a series of atmospheric river events created a state of emergency for southern and central British Columbia. Flooding and debris flows triggered by extreme rainfall conditions culminated in significant damages, losses, and displacement within the province.
-
Managed retreat is gaining considerable attention as a component of flood risk reduction, climate change adaptation, and community resilience-building in Canada and other countries.
-
From late April to early June of 2019 residents in Whitewater Region Township experienced high-water levels on the Ottawa River. During that time many people lost their homes and approximately 100 more could only access their properties by boat.
-
ICLR’s research investigates the influence of government compensation programs on homeowners’ decision to retreat, by looking at the communities of Constance Bay, Ontario, and Pointe Gatineau, Quebec, both impacted by flooding in 2017 and 2019.
-
Capturing the experiences of individuals affected by disasters such as flooding soon after a shock can reveal crucial and timely information about how people understand their risk, how they are impacted and how they respond and recover.