Extreme heat events are becoming more frequent and more intense in Canada. The public health risk of heat waves is growing, especially in cities where renters may not have air conditioning. How is this extreme heat affecting our lives, and what can we do to protect ourselves? For insight, we welcome How-Sen Chong, climate campaigner, Toronto Environmental Alliance; and
Caroline Metz, managing director: Climate Resilience and Health, Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation at the University of Waterloo.