Climate change affects so much more than just ice caps — it touches everything from our beautiful natural landscapes and rich wildlife, to complex industrial processes, urban infrastructure and food systems. And different people experience climate change differently. For example, climate change exacerbates the difficulties already faced by Indigenous communities including political and economic marginalization, loss of land and resources, human rights violations, discrimination and unemployment.
Use the collection of resources below to introduce students to the main features of climate change and its effects on different communities and the environment, exploring problems such as Indigenous climate resilience, melting permafrost and ocean acidification.
For Our Future – Infographics
- Indigenous Peoples have unique strengths for responding to environmental and climate changes
- Climate change is one of many crises that First Nations, Inuit and Métis face
- Indigenous Knowledge Systems and lived experiences are essential components of climate action
- The food, water and energy nexus is central to First Nation, Inuit and Métis climate leadership
- Self-determination is critical to Indigenous-led climate action
Created in partnership with the Government of Canada in support of the For Our Future: Indigenous Resilience Report (published in 2024), these infographics highlight Indigenous knowledge, perspectives and experiences to explore the multidimensional and intersecting aspects of climate change impacts and adaptation.
Full report available here.
Canada in a changing climate – Lesson plan
Shared in partnership with the Canada in a Changing Climate: National Assessment Process (Government of Canada), this lesson plan will encourage students to think critically about the impacts of climate change and explore meaningful adaptation actions.
Climate change – Infographics
- Climate Change
- Climate Change: Adaptation and Mitigation
- Climate Change and Biodiversity
- Climate Change and the Economy
- Climate Change and the Environment
- Climate Change: Health and Urban Living
Created in partnership with the Canadian Museum of Science and Technology, these lesson plans will engage your students in critical thinking about climate change.
Society and economy – Activities
- Teachers Guide
- Teachers Guide Overview
- Activity 1
- Activity 2
- Activity 3
- Activity 4
- Activity 4 BLM
- Activity 5
- Activity 5 Stakeholders Profiles
Living world – Activities
Shared in partnership with the Canada Science and Technology Museums Corporation, these activities will help students dive deeper in topics that connect with everyday life.
