Two climate activists recently threw maple syrup on a painting by Emily Carr at the Vancouver Art Gallery to bring attention to the global climate emergency.
Whether or not you agree with their method of getting the point across, we can all agree that climate change is a pressing topic that impacts everyone, especially marginalized communities.
Marginalized groups are disproportionately affected by climate change
Climate change and its effects are not experienced uniformly. Black, Indigenous and people of colour (BIPOC), particularly those from lower economic countries, are disproportionately impacted by changing climatic conditions.
Diversity in climate conversations
Ironically, the communities most affected by changing climatic conditions are the least likely to be invited to participate in discussions.
It is important to include a broad range of perspectives in Canada’s conversation on the climate crisis to truly represent all people living in Canada, specifically those most affected by climate change.