2025 Tofino Workshop
In Tofino, a coastal town on Vancouver Island, the workshop will address disaster resilience challenges faced by communities along the Pacific coast, particularly in relation to climate change and the risks of earthquakes and tsunamis. This region is highly vulnerable to seismic activity, and the local community has been actively engaged in efforts to understand and mitigate these hazards. The workshop will bring together local government officials, community organizations, environmental scientists, and community members to co-develop resilience strategies tailored to the unique needs of the Tofino area.
Participants will engage in collaborative sessions to:
- Map seismic risks and assess vulnerabilities to coastal flooding and tsunamis
- Develop preparedness strategies that account for local resources and community knowledge
- Foster inclusive recovery planning that ensures all sectors of the community are supported post-disaster
Join us to help co-design community-driven, resilient futures that protect Tofino's population and its iconic coastal environment.
Preliminary Workshop Agenda
| Time | Session | Flyer |
|---|---|---|
| 10:30 | Registration and Consent Signing |  |
| 11:30 | CIRCLE Project Introduction | |
| 12:00 | Lunch Break | |
| 12:30 | Community Assets Mapping | |
| 14:30 | Coffee Break | |
| 15:00 | Stakeholder Meeting | |
| 16:00 | Workshop Conclusion | |
| 16:30 | Visit tsunami shelter | |
| 18:00 | Dinner |
Community Assets Mapping Activity
Participants will collaboratively map local resources such as:
- Physical spaces (e.g., shelters, food banks)
- Social networks (e.g., youth clubs, community groups)
- Other assets (e.g., local radio stations)
Additionally, participants will be invited to share personal experiences with past disasters and coping strategies. This will help the CIRCLE team identify vulnerable populations and areas needing support.
Note:
The hike to visit the tsunami shelter will proceed if the weather permits. Alternatively, the visit is scheduled for the day after the workshop (October 4th), before we leave Tofino.
