The urgency of climate action cannot be overstated. Climate change has already significantly impacted Canada's economy, and without decisive action, it is projected to cost our country hundreds of billions of dollars. The climate crisis threatens to exacerbate social inequalities, disrupt ecosystems, increase the frequency of extreme weather events, strain public health, and destroy our infrastructure.
Don is committed to taking decisive action on the climate crisis to protect our environment for future generations. His climate action plan focuses on sensible, effective policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This includes:
- Creating the sustainable jobs Canada needs for the 21st century through a green industrial policy.
- Expanding access to public transit and working towards eliminating fares.
- Investing in renewable energy sources like wind, solar, and hydroelectric power.
- Offering incentives for building retrofits and the construction of green, energy-efficient homes.
- Providing a $10,000 rebate for buying Canadian-made electric vehicles.
- Establishing a Youth Climate Corps to provide jobs and training to address the climate crisis.
- Meeting Canada’s international commitments and aligning Canada’s financial system with the goals of the Paris Agreement.