Public consultation opens on new protected areas
HRM: Part of the Margaree River watershed and old growth forest in Cape Breton, a coastal area along the Eastern Shore, and a mix of forest, coastline and lake shoreline…
Groups coming together to send message that N.S. needs to do more to protect natural legacy
HALIFAX: Conservation, community, recreation, health, faith and seniors’ groups are coming together from across the province on Wednesday, June 10 to urge the Houston government to redouble its efforts to…
New supports to help communities adapt to drought conditions
HALIFAX: Provincial funding and a new data tool will help communities be prepared for – and respond to – water shortages caused by drought. Applications for the Sustainable Communities Challenge…
Province approves Pictou County’s Sugar Maple wind energy project
PICTOU COUNTY: The Sugar Maple Wind Energy Project in Pictou County received its environmental assessment approval today, May 22. Construction of the 16-turbine wind farm, expected to begin in 2027,…
Rotary Club continues showing they care for Lower Sackville with cleanup
LOWER SACKVILLE: The Rotary Club of Sackville and Area continued to show its committed to caring for the environment and our community this past weekend. Early Saturday morning, another Highway…
Gypsum mine in Carroll’s Corner receives industrial approval from province
CARROLL’S CORNER: The Antrim Gypsum Project, a low-carbon gypsum mine planned for Carroll’s Corner, Halifax County, has received its industrial approval. The approval allows mine owner CertainTeed Canada Inc. to…
Sackville Lions holding fish release fundraiser for three community groups
LOWER SACKVILLE: Doug Gamble, a dedicated member of the Sackville Lions Club, is leading an exciting community event that combines environmental stewardship, youth engagement, and local conservation efforts. In a…
Province announces stronger air quality regulations effective June 1
HALIFAX: As Nova Scotia continues to grow and welcome projects that will create good-paying jobs and make the economy stronger, updated Air Quality Regulations will ensure the province’s air remains…
Approval issued for new work at Touquoy Mine site in Moose River
MOOSE RIVER: Atlantic Mining Nova Scotia received an industrial approval April 10, to process stockpiled ore at the Touquoy gold mine in Moose River, Halifax County. There are about three…
Aulds Cove wind project receives Environmental Assessment approval
AULDS COVE: The Aulds Cove Wind Project in Guysborough County received environmental assessment approval on February 13. Construction of the wind farm will begin in late 2026, employing as many…