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The Ecology Action Centre is a member-based environmental charity in Nova Scotia. Since 1971, we've taken leadership on critical environmental issues from biodiversity protection to climate change to environmental justice.
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Highlights

Find out about our recent work and ways you can get involved!

  • solar panels on roof of house

    Green Jobs Report

    In order to meet the growing demand for building retrofits in Nova Scotia, thousands of jobs will be created. Building Nova Scotia’s Green Workforce: Addressing Labour Gaps for a Net-Zero Future examines the challenges and opportunities of developing Nova Scotia’s workforce to support energy-efficiency objectives.

    Check Out the Report Here
  • a black and white photo of a person with a bird puppet against a wavy blue water background. beside the person, bubble text reads "The People's Parade for Life on Earth"

    The People's Parade for Life on Earth is Back!

    The People's Parade is back for a third year on June 7, 2025! Join us in community and celebration as we honour the Water and Mother Earth and strengthen our collective spirits.

    Learn More and Register Your Float
  • Hike-A-Thon logo

    Join the EAC's Second Annual Hike-A-Thon Fundraiser!

    We are thrilled to be hosting the second annual EAC Hike-A-Thon fundraiser in June 2025! Fundraise for important environmental work throughout Mi'kma'ki and hike today for a greener tomorrow.

    Learn More and Sign Up Here
  • Arial photo of the Mosse River open-pit gold mine

    Keep the "Know" in Nova Scotia

    Get the facts about resource extraction industries in Nova Scotia. Read our fact sheets about fracking, uranium mining, lithium mining and royalties here!

    Get the Facts Here
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    Get Up to Speed with EAC's Enews

    Sign up to receive our email newsletter to stay in-the-know on environmental news, upcoming events and ways you can take action on critical issues from biodiversity protection to climate change to environmental justice.

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    Catch Up on EAC in the News!

    Read, watch and listen to the latest coverage of environmental news from major outlets featuring the action and people of the Ecology Action Centre.

    Click Here to Learn More!

Highlights

Find out about our recent work and ways you can get involved!

  • solar panels on roof of house

    Green Jobs Report

    In order to meet the growing demand for building retrofits in Nova Scotia, thousands of jobs will be created. Building Nova Scotia’s Green Workforce: Addressing Labour Gaps for a Net-Zero Future examines the challenges and opportunities of developing Nova Scotia’s workforce to support energy-efficiency objectives.

    Check Out the Report Here
  • a black and white photo of a person with a bird puppet against a wavy blue water background. beside the person, bubble text reads "The People's Parade for Life on Earth"

    The People's Parade for Life on Earth is Back!

    The People's Parade is back for a third year on June 7, 2025! Join us in community and celebration as we honour the Water and Mother Earth and strengthen our collective spirits.

    Learn More and Register Your Float
  • Hike-A-Thon logo

    Join the EAC's Second Annual Hike-A-Thon Fundraiser!

    We are thrilled to be hosting the second annual EAC Hike-A-Thon fundraiser in June 2025! Fundraise for important environmental work throughout Mi'kma'ki and hike today for a greener tomorrow.

    Learn More and Sign Up Here
  • Arial photo of the Mosse River open-pit gold mine

    Keep the "Know" in Nova Scotia

    Get the facts about resource extraction industries in Nova Scotia. Read our fact sheets about fracking, uranium mining, lithium mining and royalties here!

    Get the Facts Here
  • a phone showing a newsletter, with text beside saying "Sign up for EAC's enewsletter!"

    Get Up to Speed with EAC's Enews

    Sign up to receive our email newsletter to stay in-the-know on environmental news, upcoming events and ways you can take action on critical issues from biodiversity protection to climate change to environmental justice.

    Subscribe Here
  • two sets of headphones and two recording microphones sit on a table

    Catch Up on EAC in the News!

    Read, watch and listen to the latest coverage of environmental news from major outlets featuring the action and people of the Ecology Action Centre.

    Click Here to Learn More!

Take Action

When we act together, we create meaningful and lasting change here in Nova Scotia and beyond. Use the power of your voice to take action on a variety of critical environmental issues and help us keep fighting for a fair, sustainable future for all!

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Ways to Give

The Ecology Action Centre's work wouldn't be possible without the support of people like you. Follow the links below to explore the ways that you can help us take action!

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Projects & Programs

Action is our middle name! Follow the links below to learn more about the wide range of EAC's work, and see the different ways that we're fighting to protect the environment.

  • Forestry worker looking up at a tree.
    Learn how EAC is working to promote ecological forestry in our province and fighting the destruction of our natural spaces by outdated forestry practices.
  • A women shopping for vegetables at the grocery store.
    Many communities in Nova Scotia struggle with food insecurity. Learn about our work to help make sure everyone has access to local, healthy and affordable food.
  • powerlines and power line tower
    Nova Scotians deserve a low-carbon energy system that is clean, affordable and reliable. Learn what we are doing to help make that happen.
  • waves crash against rocks under a cloudy sky during the daytime
    Our Climate, Our Future: Nova Scotia’s Climate Change Plan for Clean Growth is the provincial government’s plan to transition Nova Scotia to a greener and more equitable future in line with the goals in EGCCRA.
  • A person wearing a safety vest and helmet on the right while sitting on a bike with a middle screen image a person on a bike with a helmet and on the right a person one a bike with a helmet and orange shirt.
    Learn cycling safety essentials in our Making Tracks Safe Cycling video series! Videos are available in Arabic, English, French and Mi'kmaw.
  • five people at a polling station
    Find resources for Nova Scotia's provincial election in November 2024.
  • eroding cliffs from the bay of fundy.
    Nova Scotia is facing the highest sea-level rise predictions in Canada. Learn about the act designed to protect the coast and communities from the impacts of climate change.
  • Arial photo of the Mosse River open-pit gold mine
    Gold mining poses serious threats to the health of biodiversity, water and atmosphere. Learn more about how you can help fight gold mining in Nova Scotia.
  • People holding signs at a climate rally.
    Find resources and learn how our team is working at the policy level to encourage decision makers to take action and address the climate emergency.

More of Our Work

 

Projects & Programs

Action is our middle name! Follow the links below to learn more about the wide range of EAC's work, and see the different ways that we're fighting to protect the environment.

  • a man installing solar panels
    Nova Scotia needs investments in sustainable, clean industries that create tens of thousands of jobs right here at home - instead of dead-end fossil fuels and mining that threaten our communities, water and air. Add your name to the pledge today!
  • Forestry worker looking up at a tree.
    Learn how EAC is working to promote ecological forestry in our province and fighting the destruction of our natural spaces by outdated forestry practices.
  • waves crash against rocks under a cloudy sky during the daytime
    Our Climate, Our Future: Nova Scotia’s Climate Change Plan for Clean Growth is the provincial government’s plan to transition Nova Scotia to a greener and more equitable future in line with the goals in EGCCRA.
  • A variety of fish and oysters for sale with small signs on ice in a glass container of a shop.
    We work towards increasing consumer and retailer access to properly labelled, sustainable seafood.
  • Ariel view of Halifax side and the Halifax harbour and the Macdonald Bridge.
    Halifax has one of the most ambitious climate action plans in the country. Learn more about HalifACT and the city's plan to help tackle the climate crisis!
  • eroding cliffs from the bay of fundy.
    Nova Scotia is facing the highest sea-level rise predictions in Canada. Learn about the act designed to protect the coast and communities from the impacts of climate change.
  • waves crash against rocks under a cloudy sky during the daytime
    Our Climate, Our Future: Nova Scotia’s Climate Change Plan for Clean Growth is the provincial government’s plan to transition Nova Scotia to a greener and more equitable future in line with the goals in EGCCRA.
  • Arial photo of the Mosse River open-pit gold mine
    Gold mining poses serious threats to the health of biodiversity, water and atmosphere. Learn more about how you can help fight gold mining in Nova Scotia.
  • powerlines and power line tower
    Nova Scotians deserve a low-carbon energy system that is clean, affordable and reliable. Learn what we are doing to help make that happen.
  • five people standing at voting booths
    All Nova Scotian municipalities will hold a municipal election in October 2024. View toolkits and resources for voters here.

More of Our Work

 

Upcoming Events

Our communities are stronger when we get together to celebrate and share skills, ideas and visions of a better future. Follow the links below to see our latest events and other ways you can get to know the EAC community!

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Latest Updates

Read our latest press releases, op-eds and other updates on the Ecology Action Centre's work to build a better future for our communities, our province and our planet!

The EAC’s statement on the N.S. government’s updates to the environmental assessment process
Date: | Position Statements
PRESS RELEASE: Energy retrofits will create thousands of skilled trades jobs, boost N.S. economy: Ecology Action Centre report
Date: | Press Release
Opinion: Forget pipelines, power lines are key to Atlantic Canada’s economic future
Date: | Press Release

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