Province provides tips on preparing for Blue-Green algae season
HALIFAX: As Nova Scotians head outdoors in the warmer weather to enjoy the province’s lakes, they should know about and watch for blue-green algae. “Nova Scotia is known for our…
Youth Climate Action Fund program funding recipients announced
HALIFAX: The Halifax Regional Municipality has announced winners for the second round of funding through the Youth Climate Action Fund. The program provides technical assistance and funding to cities worldwide…
Report shows significant progress in response to climate change
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia is making significant progress toward a healthier, more sustainable and climate-resilient future for generations to come. The province released the third annual progress report on climate action…
Nova Scotians provided with blue-green algae reminder
HALIFAX: As the weather gets warmer, it is important for people to know about and watch for blue-green algae while enjoying Nova Scotia’s fresh water shorelines. “We want everyone to…
Climate action comes to the Junos with Music Declares Emergency March 17
MAIN PHOTO: Kim Fry with MDE banner. (Image courtesy of Kim Fry and CSN) International coalition with Halifax connection works to green up the music industry The following story is…
Province announces plan for climate-resilient coastal communities, homes
From a release HALIFAX: Climate change is causing rising sea levels and stronger storms which can lead to more storm surge flooding and erosion, which put people and properties at…
Public Works, ECC unaware of Wellington residents blasting issues
WELLINGTON; A provincial spokesperson said its news to them that residents are having issues related to blasting at the Aerotech Connector in Wellington. On a Facebook community page, residents had…
New Canada-N.S. Nature charts new path with to help protect and conserve nature
From a federal government release HALIFAX: The governments of Canada and Nova Scotia say a Canada-Nova Scotia Nature Agreement show the two are working together to protect and conserve biodiversity,…
Province invites Nova Scotians to help shape Environmental Assessment process
From a press release HALIFAX: The province is inviting Nova Scotians to provide their ideas, suggestions and solutions on how to improve the Province’s environmental assessment process. Large industries and…
Clean Electricity Regulations important to green N.S. grid
HALIFAX: The long-awaited draft of the Clean Electricity Regulation, released today by the federal government, will provide strong support to deliver on Canada’s commitment to reach a net-zero electricity grid…