768 releases issued in the specified time period for Natural Resources
Kids in the Forest Field Trips
Natural Resources
May 2, 2007 2:17 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Kids in the Forest Field Trips
Hundreds of elementary school students are getting the chance to explore Nova Scotia's natural resources. The Department of Natural Resources has helped plan three fun and educational events in May to bring young people in touch with nature.
Natural Resources Strategy Development Begins
Natural Resources
May 1, 2007 12:00 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Natural Resources Strategy Development Begins
Public consultation will play a critical role in the three-year process being used to develop a new strategy governing Nova Scotia's natural resources, says David Morse, Minister of Natural Resources.
Faisons cesser les feux d'herbe illégaux
Natural Resources
April 27, 2007 2:40 PM
RESSOURCES NATURELLES--Faisons cesser les feux d'herbe illégaux
Nous avons besoin de la coopération de tous pour gérer le problème grandissant des feux d'herbe.
Help Stop Illegal Grass Fires
Natural Resources
April 27, 2007 2:39 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Help Stop Illegal Grass Fires
Co-operation is needed from everyone to manage the growing problem of grass fires.
Hunters Enjoy Successful Season in 2006
Natural Resources
April 27, 2007 2:36 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Hunters Enjoy Successful Season in 2006
Nova Scotia hunters had a safe and successful hunting season in 2006, Natural Resources Minister David Morse announced today, April 27.
No Access to Graves Island Provincial Park
Natural Resources
April 26, 2007 12:16 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--No Access to Graves Island Provincial Park
Public access to Graves Island Provincial Park, in Lunenburg County, will be disrupted for about two weeks to allow repairs to the causeway that connects the island with the mainland.
Brown Spruce Longhorn Beetle Plan A Collaborative Effort
Natural Resources
April 25, 2007 11:39 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Brown Spruce Longhorn Beetle Plan A Collaborative Effort
Concerned Nova Scotians will continue to play an active role as federal authorities begin implementing new measures dealing with brown spruce longhorn beetles in Nova Scotia, Natural Resources Minister David Morse said today, April 25.
Changes to Wildlife Act Regulations
Natural Resources
April 24, 2007 10:22 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Changes to Wildlife Act Regulations
Young Nova Scotians will have more opportunities to hunt for deer, as a result of recent changes to regulations under the Nova Scotia Wildlife Act.
Mi'kmaq Conservation Officers Appointed
Natural Resources
April 19, 2007 2:17 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Mi'kmaq Conservation Officers Appointed
Three Mi'kmaq have become the Department of Natural Resource's first full-time aboriginal conservation, enforcement and liaison officers.
Overnight Camping Prohibited at Indian Fields Park Reserve
Natural Resources
April 13, 2007 10:27 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Overnight Camping Prohibited at Indian Fields Park Reserve
Overnight camping is being prohibited at Indian Fields provincial park reserve.
National Wildlife Week: Young Students Called to Take Action
Natural Resources
April 5, 2007 12:28 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--National Wildlife Week: Young Students Called to Take Action
Nova Scotia elementary school students are being asked to discover the differences they can make to prevent global warming.
Species at Risk Conservation Funding Available
Natural Resources
April 5, 2007 10:55 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Species at Risk Conservation Funding Available
People who work on projects relating to species at risk in Nova Scotia have a new source of financial support.
Islands Designated As Wildlife Management Areas
Natural Resources
April 4, 2007 2:36 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Islands Designated As Wildlife Management Areas
Two small islands off the coast of Yarmouth County and one in Lunenburg County are providing better protection for breeding seabirds, including the endangered roseate tern.
Cape Breton Annual Moose Hunt a Success
Natural Resources
April 3, 2007 9:06 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Cape Breton Annual Moose Hunt a Success
Results of the 2006 moose hunt in Cape Breton are in, and the numbers are impressive.
Reserve Some Time With Nature
Natural Resources
April 2, 2007 12:12 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Reserve Some Time With Nature
Campers are now able to book their favourite sites at provincial camping parks with one phone call or by clicking a computer mouse, thanks to an updated reservation system.
Burning Permits Required April 1 Across Mainland Nova Scotia
Natural Resources
March 27, 2007 11:59 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Burning Permits Required April 1 Across Mainland Nova Scotia
Anyone on mainland Nova Scotia who wants to burn brush within 305 metres (1,000 feet) of the woods will require a provincial burning permit beginning Sunday, April 1.
Off-highway Vehicle Regulations Clarified
Natural Resources
March 21, 2007 11:54 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Off-highway Vehicle Regulations Clarified
Amendments to off-highway vehicle (OHV) regulations help clarify where off-highway vehicle operators can drive, better define how landowners can grant permission for use of their property and will exempt some experienced riders from safety training courses.
Province to Conserve Lands Acquired from Bowater
Natural Resources
March 19, 2007 11:16 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Province to Conserve Lands Acquired from Bowater
Nova Scotia will conserve thousands of hectares of land of historic, ecological and recreational significance that it is acquiring from Bowater Mersey Paper Company.
Province Acquires More Coastal Properties
Natural Resources
March 15, 2007 11:17 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Province Acquires More Coastal Properties
People who enjoy a walk on the wild side have more provincial property to trek thanks to land purchases at one of Nova Scotia's favourite destinations.
Snowmobile Trails Designated on Crown Land
Natural Resources
March 14, 2007 11:45 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Snowmobile Trails Designated on Crown Land
New regulations, announced today, March 14, will allow recreational snowmobilers to enjoy designated trails on Crown land.