The following resources provide background information on climate and equity broadly:

A Climate Justice Charter for Vancouver (2022)

• A detailed guide outlining key goals and directions for the City of Vancouver based on climate justice, Indigenous sovereignty, and intersectionality

Beyond Inclusion: Equity in Public Engagement (2020)

• Provides useful equity-related definitions and assists local governments with equitable planning and implementation initiatives

Building a Legacy of Local Climate Action (2016-2022)

• An overview of the outcomes of the Municipalities for Climate Innovation Program (MCIP), sharing impacts, success stories, results, and more

Climate Action Equity in Canada (2021)

• A comprehensive report synthesizing recent policy advancements from across Canada that specifically include equity in climate action planning

Climate Action Planning Guide: How to Embed Equity and Inclusivity in Climate Action Planning (n.d.)

• A step-by-step guide to developing a city-wide climate action plan that is consistent with the objectives of the Paris Agreement and addresses the city's wider socio-economic needs

Equitable Impacts: Executive Guide (2019)

• How to tackle climate change and inequality jointly: practical resources and guidance for cities

Equity Foundations 1.0 Training (n.d.)

• An independent study professional development program for sustainability directors and their staff to master best practices for adding a racial equity lens to sustainability

ICLEI's Equitable Climate Adaptation: Considerations for Local Governments (2022)

• A comprehensive guide for local governments looking to address their climate adaptation plans while centering equity and community engagement

Inclusive Climate Action in Practice - How to Jointly Tackle Climate Change and Inequality: Case Studies From Leading Global Cities (n.d.)

• A series of case studies featuring cities taking progressive actions tackling climate change and social equity simultaneously

Integrating Equity, Diversity and Inclusion into Municipal Climate Action (n.d.)

• A resource that provides an overview of crucial information about EDI in climate action, reviews important terminology and offers examples of climate action and EDI practice

Municipal Equity Kickstart Guide (2023)

• A guide about prioritizing equitable city building for mayors, councils, and communities

TransformWR: Waterloo Region's Transition to an Equitable, Prosperous, Resilient, Low Carbon Community (n.d.)

• Regional climate action strategy including a detailed 30-year strategy and 10-year plan