Upcoming EMTF Event: It looks like fall is here and our first presentation of the term, Wednesday September 2nd, will be over Zoom by Chris Chen from Housing,Infrastructure,and Communities Canada. Infrastructure Policy Branch.

Adapting Saskatchewan Community Housing to Extreme Heat.The session will focus on practical, low-cost approaches that community housing providers can use to improve thermal safety and resilience in multi-unit residential buildings. Drawing on examples from Saskatchewan and across Canada, we will explore strategies for managing extreme heat risks, protecting vulnerable tenants, and integrating climate resilience into housing operations and asset management planning.

Chris Chen - is a Manager in the Climate and Community Capacity Development Directorate at Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada. He leads work on climate resilience for community housing and public infrastructure, helping municipalities and housing providers prepare for extreme heat and other climate-related risks and future-proof their assets. Chris brings a background in public policy, asset management, and intergovernmental collaboration, with a focus on turning climate risk into practical, affordable action for communities and housing providers.

Agenda

7:00am – 7:30am – Casual networking  (in-person only) 
7:30am – 7:45am – Announcements. (hybrid) 
7:45am – 8:30am – Presentation (hybrid)
8:30am – 9:00am – Q & A (hybrid) 

In person — Join us at 7:00 am at Confederation Inn (3330 Fairlight Dr, Saskatoon). Fees are as noted on the website presentations page.

How do you access the Zoom meeting?
Register to attend this meeting presentation by emailing us at: contact@emtfsask.ca.

These Zoom meetings are offered free of charge.


Regards
Angie Bugg, Ken Coutu & William Popiel (EMTF Saskatoon presentation committee).