By Nick Murray
The Canadian Press
Posted August 12, 2026 8:22 am
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The federal government is spending $34 million for 141 climate resilience projects across the country.
Environment Minister Julie Dabrusin is in Halifax this morning to make the announcement.
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That city is receiving nearly $800,000 to install cooling measures in its parks to help residents stay cool in extreme heat.
In all, 128 communities across Canada will receive funding for various projects.
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Other projects highlighted in the announcement include $650,000 for the Municipality of Waterloo to fight extreme heat for resident housing.
A Quebec community will also get $1 million for flood-reduction measures.
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