The CSSL is the authoritative source for Canadian severe convective storms data and research. Projects under the CSSL umbrella include the Northern Tornadoes Project, the Northern Hail Project and the new Northern Mesonet Project. We undertake the collection of data, documentation of events, and pursuit of research that enhances our understanding of severe convective storms and their impacts, and allows the development of innovative techniques and tools.
The CSSL develops climatologies of warm-season severe weather (tornadoes, downbursts / derechos, damaging hail, flash floods) that inform risk analysis and community resiliency, improving the safety and well-being of Canadians. We also make our data and analyses available to both decision makers and the public, and participate in various outreach activities, in order to increase awareness and spark innovation.
