Research Reports
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Rebuilding Through the Aftermath is a knowledge synthesis that examines what is known, and where important gaps remain, about wildfire aftermath governance. Drawing on academic research, policy documents, media reporting, and survivor testimonies, the report compares the experiences of Lytton and L膩hain膩 to explore how recovery is shaped by institutions, relationships, and competing narratives. Guided by the question, What might collaborative, caring governance look like with respect to wildfire management and emergency response?, the report maps key policy actors, governance responsibilities, and recovery processes while centring the lived experiences of those most affected. It argues that storytelling is a vital form of evidence that can strengthen policy, improve disaster recovery, and support more just and resilient responses to future climate emergencies.
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July 26, 2023
July 26, 2023
In the face of the ever-expanding climate crisis, Canadians desperately need their public broadcaster to inform them of its causes, its solutions and the actions they can take to confront it. Quiet Alarm: A Review of CBC's Climate Reporting is a community-engaged research project conducted by CERi in collaboration with the Climate Emergency Unit aimed at improving the climate reporting of the Canadian Broadcast Corporation.
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March 17, 2025
March 17, 2025
To assess how climate was covered, we recruited 31 volunteers to monitor prominent radio and television news programs across British Columbia from October 7 to November 1, 2024. The findings from this study not only reveal patterns in election reporting but also provide key takeaways for improving climate journalism in future elections—most urgently, the 2025 Canadian federal election. Our report outlines 10 actionable recommendations for strengthening climate coverage during elections and includes practical tools and resources for journalists looking to improve climate reporting year-round.