The Thermal Safety Policy Municipal Action Tracker monitors policy developments across Canada related to thermal safety and cooling rights in rental housing. As extreme heat events become more frequent due to climate change, municipalities are taking action to protect tenants through bylaws that prevent cooling bans, establish maximum temperature standards, and require adequate cooling systems.
This tracker documents municipal resolutions, bylaw amendments, provincial policy updates, and federal initiatives that advance the right to cooling in rental units. Updated regularly, it serves as a comprehensive resource for advocates, policymakers, and organizations working to ensure all Canadians have access to thermally safe housing during extreme heat events.