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Resilience Hubs: Preparing Edmonton for Extreme Events and Climate Change
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Resilience hubs are facilities located within communities designed to improve residents' quality of life and increase the community's ability to respond to emergencies and disasters (Baja, 2016, 2018, 2019; Ciriaco & Wong, 2022). These hubs provide essential services and resources that are available both in everyday situations and during times of crisis. Each hub's specific elements and infrastructure are tailored to meet the unique characteristics and needs of the community it serves. Some of the key focuses of resilience hubs include mitigating the effects of climate change, improving social cohesion, promoting equity, and enhancing accessibility and mobility (Baja, 2018, 2019; Ciriaco & Wong, 2022; Kirwan et al., 2021). As Edmonton continues to face increasing risks, resilience hubs can be used as an adaptation strategy for a changing climate and changing communities to promote preparedness and quality of life.
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- 2024-02-29
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