Canada Invests $326M to Build Resilient Communities in British Columbia

Multiple initiatives across North America and Australia are focusing on building safer and more resilient communities through education, infrastructure investment, and disaster preparedness. Cornell Cooperative Extension in New York launched its Community Resilience Builder Program, a 10-month training for diverse participants to develop skills addressing public health, climate change, and equity, with participants earning certification and stipends. In South Australia, the government is modernizing and securing outdated Housing Trust walk-up flats with enhancements including CCTV, cleaning, and refurbishments to improve safety and living conditions. Prairie North Co-op in Canada partnered with local emergency responders to conduct safety workshops focused on ammonia spill emergencies, emphasizing collaboration and preparedness. The Canadian government announced over $326 million in funding for British Columbia to improve foundational infrastructure such as public transit, water systems, and recreational facilities to foster connected and livable communities. Meanwhile, Queensland's RACQ Foundation formed partnerships to promote disaster resilience by supporting local councils and community groups through training and funding, aiming to better prepare for and respond to natural disasters.