Interested in learning how climate change and salt are affecting Lake Simcoe? View TVO's recent Climate Watch Short highlighting the changes in Lake Simcoe. 

Climate Watch Shorts: Georgina Island First Nation​

The Chippewas of Georgina Island in Lake Simcoe have developed a climate adaptation plan that is serving as a model for communities across Ontario. The First Nation received funding for a three-year climate study in 2012 and has since been collecting the memories and observances of elders. Like many communities, Georgina Island is struggling with the effects of climate change today. Milder winters mean the community's ferry runs longer and the lake ice is weaker, both of which have ripple effects throughout the island. View TVO's Climate Watch Short to learn more.​

 

The Contagion of Extreme Weather: The Capital Markets Are Paying Attention

Presentation by Dr. Blair Feltmate, Head, Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation, University of Waterloo

There is no denying that extreme weather events are on the rise – from floods, to droughts, fire, wind and hail. Initially, it was the Property & Casualty insurers that seemed vulnerable to extreme weather impacts, while other business sectors remained immune – this is clearly no longer the case.  The presentation will highlight how all industry sectors are vulnerable to the "new normal" of extreme weather, and more importantly, what they can do to mitigate risk and maximize opportunity.
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Meet the Lake Doctor

Learn more about the issues facing Lake Simcoe from our limnologist Dr. Ginn, the Lake Doctor! Joining him in this series are Rob Wilson, the "Fyshician", and Captain of the Hexaginia (our research vessel), Ray Bolton. Meet the team and learn about Climate Change, Weeds on the Waterfront, and Plankton.​