Pickering strengthens climate resiliency with its first Community Climate Adaptation Plan

Pickering, ON, October 15, 2025 – The City of Pickering is strengthening climate resiliency with its first Community Climate Adaptation Plan (CCAP), officially endorsed by Council earlier this year.

This ten-year Plan outlines a comprehensive strategy with actions to address the growing impacts of a changing climate, including extreme heat and severe weather events. Actions aim to enhance community safety and well-being, protect vulnerable populations, and support resilient infrastructure and ecosystems. 

“I am proud to introduce the City of Pickering’s Community Climate Adaptation Plan,” said Mayor Kevin Ashe. “This Plan reflects the ideas and experiences of our residents, who helped shape it through surveys, community sessions, and thoughtful collaboration. Addressing climate change is truly a shared responsibility, and the City is committed to leading by example. Together, we can adapt to these changes, safeguard our environment, and preserve Pickering’s vibrancy for future generations.”

The City has been proactively integrating climate resiliency practices through existing Council-endorsed programs, policies, and plans, such as the City’s Corporate Strategic Plan. Additionally, several on-the-ground projects have been initiated, such as:     

• Warming and cooling centres at City facilities
• Tree plantings
• Shade structures and splash pads
• Waterfront restoration

While these efforts demonstrate a strong foundation, the growing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events underscores the need for a forward-thinking strategy that establishes clear priorities for both immediate and long-term climate resilience.

Visit pickering.ca/Climate to view the Plan. This new webpage also provides valuable safety tips and links to local resources to help residents.

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As the gateway to the east GTA, Pickering (population 118,000) is strategically located where Toronto, York and Durham Regions meet. An award-winning municipality, Pickering is slated for significant economic and residential growth; offering an unparalleled quality of life for those who live, work, and play here. Its dynamic City Centre has been designated by the Province of Ontario as both an Urban Growth Centre and Mobility Hub, and continues to evolve as a preferred destination for creative learning, memorable events, and unique experiences at the heart of a vibrant, connected, and engaged community.

Media Contact:

Nicole Hann
Coordinator, Public Affairs & Corporate Communications
Office of the CAO
905.420.4660 ext. 2028