WHAT WE DO
At ORCCA, we are dedicated to working hand in hand with communities to address climate change challenges.
Explore our services and let’s embark on a journey toward a more resilient future, together.
Programs
ORCCA programs are designed using a cohort approach where groups work on similar issues while receiving direct technical support from the ORCCA team.
2024-2025 Staff Capacity
Program
Throughout 2024 and 2025, the ORCCA Staff Capacity Program supported adaptation efforts of Great Lakes and Ontario communities by connecting participants with ORCCA staff to receive direct support. The Program provided staff support towards a defined task for a predetermined set of hours over a one-year period. By providing staff capacity, this Program enabled participants to complete a climate adaptation project that would otherwise be unrealized due to insufficient capacity or expertise.
2024-2025 Climate Communications
Program
Effective communication plays a vital role in climate adaptation. ORCCA offers support to Ontario communities in implementing specific communication and outreach activities that promote climate resilience, including communicating and engaging behaviour change to reduce vulnerability to climate hazards and developing strategies and products to bring climate initiatives to life. The 2024-2025 Climate Communications Program included trainings, workshops, one-on-one support, and resources.
2024-2025 Community Outreach and Engagement Program
ORCCA is committed to fostering community engagement and mobilizing citizens to contribute to local climate resilience building. Through our 2024-2025 Community Outreach and Engagement Program, we provided support to Ontario communities to help them develop their own initiative aimed at addressing vulnerabilities and enhancing resilience. Participating municipalities received training, access to experts, targeted resources, and general support to establish their volunteer programs tailored to their community’s specific needs.
Support Desk
ORCCA’s Support Desk provides responsive support to help communities and organizations across Ontario move forward with climate adaptation — from understanding climate data to planning and implementing practical actions.
Resources Library
ORCCA can help you find your adaptation solution by getting the right resource into your hands at the right time. The ORCCA Resource Library is a publicly accessible and searchable collection of adaptation documents, tools, and products. The goal of the Library is to connect users with information related to climate change adaptation relevant to Ontarians. The Library allows you to navigate and select from reports, videos, infographics, and more on climate adaptation in Ontario, based on your interests, target audience, preferred medium, and other filters.