Climate change causes more frequent and severe periods of drought in summer and higher overall temperatures in the northern regions of the world. This may produce potentially severe water stresses in the boreal forest. The boreal forest of Québec normally has low temperatures and water evaporation, meaning that the soils remain wet throughout the growing season. Boreal species are adapted to live with optimal moisture conditions, and the harsh climate with long cold winters and short growing seasons result in a slow development of the ecosystem. This makes for an ecosystem that is potentially vulnerable, but its’ reaction to climate change is not yet well-known. The objective of this study was to evaluate the impact of climate change, drou...