2026 CRHNet Symposium

This session examines how meteorologists collect, interpret, and translate weather and impact information into actionable insights for emergency managers, municipalities, and the public—supporting disaster risk reduction today and into the future. Through recent examples of weather‑related emergencies, including flooding, extreme heat, and potential wildfire events, we will explore how data and meteorological intelligence has been communicated, adapted, and operationalized.
 
As social science increasingly shapes how risk and uncertainty are understood, and as global practice shifts toward impact‑informed alerting, we will discuss the evolving role of Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) in communicating weather risk. The session will outline ECCC’s future direction, emphasizing strengthened partnerships, improved communication pathways, and a growing focus on emergency preparedness to enhance resilience across Canada’s diverse communities.