Municipal leaders from across Canada gathered in Edmonton on June 4 for the 'Elbows Up for Climate' summit. The event focused on how local communities are dealing with climate change impacts and what they need from the federal government. CBC's Sam Brooks reported that attendees are asking Ottawa to step up with more funding and policy support. This summit matters because cities and towns are on the front line of climate adaptation and emissions reduction. They control building codes, transit, and land use. If the federal government does not deliver practical help, local climate targets will stall. The video runs 2:34 and includes interviews with mayors and community leaders.
