The Resilience Institute

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The Resilience Institute (TRI) is a national, charitable organization in Canada. The TRI team works locally and globally with diverse partners on education and research initiatives that address climate change.

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The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· 14d

Nature-based approaches require long-term #investment. But for many communities facing #climate impacts, funding opportunities remain short-term and project-based.

Large text next to a photo of a tipi reads, "Communities generally support nature-based solutions, but implementation is constrained by funding, governance, capacity, and long-term support." Above in small text reads, "Understanding Natural Climate Solutions as Pathways to Resilience in Rural and Indigenous Communities Across Canada."

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· 15d

When it comes to nature-based solutions and related concepts, the language used matters. Clear, #accessible terminology may be just as important as the technical concepts themselves!

A chart with three sections next to a photo of a bison. The first section of the chart reads, "61% said they were moderately or very familiar with the concept of Nature-based Solutions." The second: "44% said they were moderately or very familiar with the concept of Ecosystem-based Adaptation." The third: "56% said they were moderately or very familiar with the concept of Natural Capital." Above reads, "Understanding Natural Climate Solutions as Pathways to Resilience in Rural and Indigenous Communities Across Canada."

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· 15d

Climate #adaptation is most effective when informed by the lived experiences, priorities, and #stewardship practices of the communities most affected by #climate change! @uwaterloo.ca @iisd.org

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· 15d

Jeff Baker, Indigenous Engagement & Education Specialist at TRI, explains that in Plains #Cree (nêhiyawak) cosmology, all beings have a spirit & all are related. How would we act differently if we embodied this interconnectedness in our daily lives, our work, and how we respond to climate change?

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· 16d

Many communities are already using #naturebasedsolutions, even though they may not call them that!

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· 16d

What do #NaturebasedSolutions look like in practice? Emily Kroft, Policy Advisor at @iisd.org , explains how an unassuming landscape feature can be an effective tool for #flood mitigation. #climateresilience

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· 18d

What is your Story of Resilience?

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· 19d

Did you know that bison wallows are part of the reason they’re considered a keystone species? #Bison often roll on the ground during mating season or to ward off insects. This behaviour creates distinct depressions in the ground, which store water & create microecosystems teeming with #prairie life.

Two vertical columns, each with a photo of a bison. The first, titled "Reality," reads, "Bison: We roll in the dirt." The second, titled "LinkedIn," reads, "Prairie Ecosystem Biodiversity Specialist: We utilize a tried-and-true method to achieve rapid soil compaction in prairie grassland regions. Designing a local microclimate with high moisture levels and suitable growing conditions, these areas attract pioneer species that differ from the surrounding areas. The resulting mosaic ecosystem enhances overall prairie biodiversity."

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· 20d

Currently, there are over 890 #wildfires burning across #Canada. Numerous out-of-control wildfires have prompted widespread evacuations, particularly in Ontario, Quebec, the Northwest Territories, the northern Prairie provinces, and Interior British Columbia.

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· 21d

Much of the ocean’s salt comes from land due to chemical weathering. The slightly acidic pH of rainwater reacts with rocks, releasing sodium & chloride ions, which are carried by rivers to the ocean. Hydrothermal vents on the seafloor also release minerals from deep below the Earth’s crust! #science

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The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· 22d

The Resilience Institute partners with #Indigenous and #rural communities to empower community-led #climate action and inspire transformative thinking about #resilience. Learn more about our programming, and make a donation, on our website: 🩵 resilienceinstitute.ca

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· 27d

What does it mean to work with nature? Explore the Stories of Resilience: Water StoryMap to learn about #Indigenous women’s deep connections to water across the #prairies, and how #climate and water policy might benefit from weaving multiple knowledge systems. 🌊 bit.ly/stories_water

A lake surface reflecting sunlight. A quote reads, "'By planning and working with nature, we strengthen communities and ecosystems alike, while recognizing that nature's worth is greater than its utility and that we are part of it.' --IISD"

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· 29d

Access to accurate, up to date #climate data & projections empowers #communities to take the lead on their own #resilience! At The Resilience Institute, we partner with experts to develop  learning programs & resources, addressing gaps in knowledge and advancing action towards climate-safe futures.

A political cartoon depicting two people riding a bike on a road during a rainstorm. The pavement is filled with holes, and the person in front is saying "I'm not sure if those are potholes or data gaps." A sign ahead of them reads "Resilience" with an arrow pointing forward.

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· Jul 10

🌏️ The climate has changed throughout Earth’s history. But what we’re experiencing now is different. Keep reading to find out more – and why adaptation is urgently needed.

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The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· Jul 9

What does it take to build #resilience in a coastal community? The Resilience Institute is collaborating with the People of the Dawn Indigenous Friendship Centre on a Stories of Resilience journey situated in #Newfoundland, #Canada.

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· Jul 8

Did you know, #nature is one of our best #climate allies. Scaling up natural climate solutions — like restoring wetlands, improving soil health, and expanding urban green spaces — can mitigate drought & flooding and help people stay cool during heat waves. #didyouknow #naturebasedsolutions #NbS

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The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· Jul 3

Discover how communities are building secure futures and explore the latest #climate #science in the Resilience Report, The Resilience Institute’s #newsletter! Sign up today: bit.ly/451t7bK 📷: ReGeneration

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· Jul 2

What’s the difference between #weather and #climate?

Several lightning strikes and storm clouds lit up in dramatic purple and pink. Large text reads, "Climate vs Weather." Smaller text reads, "The differences between these two key terms and why it matters."

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· Jul 1

Did you know the maple leaf featured on Canada's flag is inspired by the sugar maple, a tree that can live for more than 300 years under the right conditions?

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· Jun 25

Alison Criscitiello, Board Member at The Resilience Institute, is an acclaimed ice core scientist featured in this recent CNN Climate article about how scientists are preserving ice cores from endangered #glaciers – and valuable records of Earth’s #climate along with them: 🧊 cnn.it/4vtsfJO

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The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· Jun 24

How is our climate shaped by #ocean currents? Ocean currents around the globe carry warm water from the equator and cold water from the poles. These currents, driven by wind and differences in temperature & salinity, help to regulate our #climate and redistribute heat, nutrients, and precipitation.

Ocean waves. Large, flowy text reads, "Wondering Wednesday." Smaller text reads, "How is our climate shaped by ocean currents?" The image is surrounded by a blended yellow and green border.

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· Jun 23

🐻 How are grizzly bears adapting in an era of #climatechange? How can we learn from the #resilience of bears to inspire transformative change? 🎙️Stay tuned for Ep. 8 of the Resilient by Nature #podcast to learn more! #ResilientbyNature #Jasper

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· Jun 21

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day in Canada – a chance to celebrate and honour the diverse #FirstNations, #Inuit, and #Métis cultures that have stewarded this land since time immemorial.

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The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· Jun 17

A great way to conclude a workshop with the team! Some great presentations on nature-based solutions for #climate #adaptation, including an #Indigenous lens on #NbS and what it means to be in kinship with the land.

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· Jun 10

Why do #salmon swim upstream? Salmon are born in freshwater rivers, spend most of their lives in the ocean, then return to the same river to spawn. This behaviour ensures their offspring hatch with ideal conditions — oxygen-rich water and fewer predators than in the ocean.

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· Jun 9

How might #climate and water policy benefit from weaving multiple knowledge systems? Check out the Stories of Resilience: Water StoryMap to explore the complexities of #water in the #Prairies and read the resilience stories shared by #Indigenous women! 🌊 bit.ly/stories_water

A quote reads, "'Oral histories and contemporary legacy reveal that in many North American Indigenous cultures, women have traditionally held special relationships with water.' -Anderson et al., 2013; Dennis & Bell, 2020." The background is an aerial photo of a river delta.

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· Jun 5

What does resilience look like for a small town in the Canadian #Rockies?

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· Jun 4

Explore the Stories of Resilience: Water StoryMap to learn about the complexities of #water in the #Prairies and read the resilience stories shared by #Indigenous women! 🌊 bit.ly/stories_water #StoriesofResilience #Indigenouswomen

A quote reads, "'Indigenous leaders teach that water is the lifeblood of the land. Across the Prairies, a network of rivers, lakes, wetlands, and aquifers support and sustain life, crisscrossing ecoregions and connecting communities.' --International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD)" The background is a creek with clear water running over rocks.

The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· Jun 3

#Didyouknow… Estuaries form when the freshwater of a river meets ocean saltwater. These ecosystems are incredibly #biodiverse, providing a home to species of fish, crabs, algae, amphibians, shorebirds, herons, and migratory birds – all able to thrive amid fluctuating environmental conditions.

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The Resilience Institute@resilienceinstitute· May 29

We are excited to share that The Resilience Institute will be speaking at #AdaptationCanada2026, Canada’s leading national conference on #climateadaptation!