Storm waves crashing over the North Rustico breakwater on October 5, 2011 (Don Jardine)

Researchers from UPEI’s Climate Research Lab are travelling across Prince Edward Island over the next few months to speak with communities about sea-level rise.

Dr. Adam Fenech, director of the lab, and his team will make presentations to increase understanding and awareness about the impacts of sea-level rise, coastal erosion, and storm surges. They will also discuss tools for adaptation and coastal planning. Attendees will also have an opportunity to ask questions and to discuss what sea-level rise means for them.

The events are open to the public and will run for approximately two hours. Refreshments will be provided. There is no charge to attend.

• Friday, February 16th – John J. Sark Memorial School, Lennox Island (4:00 – 6:00 PM)
• Tuesday, February 20th – The Eagle Nest, North Rustico (6:30 – 8:30 PM)
• Thursday, February 22nd – Fire Hall, Tyne Valley (6:30 – 8:30 PM)
• Tuesday, March 6th – Eastern Kings Community Centre, Bothwell (1:30 – 3:00 PM)
• Tuesday, July 3rd – Kings Playhouse, Georgetown (6:30 – 8:30 pm)
• Wednesday, July 4th – Victoria Schoolhouse, Victoria (6:30 – 8:30 pm)
• Monday, July 9th – Alberton Community Centre, Alberton (6:30 – 8:30 pm)
• Tuesday, July 10th – Rossiter Park Community Building, Morell (6:30 – 8:30 pm)

Please RSVP by emailing climate@upei.ca or calling 902-894-2852.

These workshops are part of the national Educating Coastal Communities About Sea-level Rise (ECoAS) project, which is supported by financial contributions from Fisheries and Oceans Canada, the UPEI Climate Research Lab, the Mi’kmaq Confederacy of PEI, and the Ecology Action Centre. For more information about the project, please visit sealevelrise.ca.