Severe Summer Weather Awareness

Being more aware of rapidly changing weather and knowing what to do during extreme weather events helps to save lives and protect personal property.

Severe Summer Weather Quiz

Test your knowledge of severe thunderstorms, hurricanes, and smog in Atlantic Canada and you might win a weatheradio.

Think climate: change

The Earth is getting warmer. The 20th century was the warmest globally in the past 1,000 years. In fact, the 1980s and 1990s were the warmest decades on record.

Follow the links to find out more about the science of climate change, what the Government of Canada is doing, what businesses are doing and how you can do your bit too!

UV Index and Sun Protection

Environment Canada's UV Index and Sun Awareness Program teaches students about the UV Index and how to use it to minimize the risks to their health from solar ultraviolet radiation. It's a great tool for students, teachers and parents. Join the Sun Savvy School Club, download the new UV Index and Sun Protection poster and the UV Index Observing Activity Guide.