Protect Residents from Extreme Heat

Objective C12: Incorporate Cooling Designs and Features into Public Spaces to Protect Residents from Extreme Heat and Ultraviolet Radiation Exposure

The following actions are needed to complete this objective:

• Increase the number of artificial shade structures in public places.
• Plan for shade (shadow casting) to fall where needed during peak ultraviolet radiation exposure intervals.
• Improve access to drinking water facilities in public spaces.
• Consider the environmental and health effects of plastic, rubber or other materials when designing and installing playgrounds, splash pads and road medians.
• Increase the number of splash pads, cooling stations, water bottle re-fill stations and other water features in public places.
• Work with federal and provincial governments to maximize funding opportunities.

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