The Forefront: Ideas for cities

Environmental racism in Canada

January 11, 2023 Toronto Metropolitan University Season 3 Episode 2
Environmental racism in Canada
The Forefront: Ideas for cities
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The Forefront: Ideas for cities
Environmental racism in Canada
Jan 11, 2023 Season 3 Episode 2
Toronto Metropolitan University

In Canada and around the world, Black Indigenous and people of colour are more vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. Research has shown that racialized communities in Canada have higher exposure to air pollution and less access to green spaces. 

In this episode, we discuss the gaps in the research and the fight for environmental justice in Canada.



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In Canada and around the world, Black Indigenous and people of colour are more vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. Research has shown that racialized communities in Canada have higher exposure to air pollution and less access to green spaces. 

In this episode, we discuss the gaps in the research and the fight for environmental justice in Canada.