Roots and Routes: Exploring Environmental Identity Among Chinese Immigrants in the Capital Regional District

This study investigates the environmental identity of first-generation Chinese immigrants in the Capital Region (CRD), focusing on how age at immigration, years of residence, and interaction with the natural environment affect their environmental identity. Findings indicate that these immigrants perceive environmental awareness to be significantly higher in Canada than in China, and that their environmental awareness and behaviors have increased since moving to Canada. Quantitative assessments using the Environmental Identity Scale (EID) showed high scores, especially among older adults, suggesting that environmental identity is shaped by their experiences and adaptation to Canadian environmental practices and values. This study highlights the role of sociocultural factors in shaping environmental identity and emphasizes the need for culturally sensitive environmental policies that enhance the participation of diverse communities in environmental protection through targeted activities, tailored educational programs, multilingual resources, and intergenerational learning opportunities.

Author dc:creator

• Xia, Yu

Advisor dc:contributor.advisor

• Ling, Chris

• School of environment and sustainability

Language dc:language.iso

en_US

Identifier URI

https://doi.org/10.25316/ir-19762

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:null:10613/28146