News releases from Environment (April 2008 - Feb. 2021) (Page 1)

Protected areas are an important part of conserving Nova Scotia’s unique habitats, coastline and biodiversity, while providing places for people to connect with nature.

Nova Scotia is a leader in fighting climate change and that work will continue.

Nova Scotia has extensive coastline, pristine lakes and rivers, diverse ecosystems and an array of scenic views.

Government is committed to building an inclusive province by 2030, in part, by ensuring accessibility is considered when policies, programs and services are developed and delivered.

The Environment Department has issued three new approvals for pesticide spraying covering 1,498 hectares.

Travellers entering Nova Scotia from outside the Atlantic Canadian bubble must fill out a tracking and self-declaration form, available at: https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/alerts-notices/Self-declaration-Form-Tracking-Travellers-to-Nova-Scotia.pdf

Bubble up, Atlantic Canada – and bring your identification with you.

Environment Minister Gordon Wilson issued a ministerial order to Northern Pulp today, May 14, that governs how the company will manage its site during its shutdown.

Today, April 28, the province released final terms of reference for the Northern Pulp environmental assessment report.

Aujourd'hui, 10 janvier, Gordon Wilson, ministre de l'Environnement, a lancé des consultations publiques concernant six nouvelles aires protégées.

Environment Minister Gordon Wilson launched public consultations on six new protected areas today, Jan.10.

Northern Pulp has informed the Department of Environment that it will continue the environmental assessment process for its proposed effluent treatment plant.

Northern Pulp in Pictou County will need to file an environmental assessment report for its proposed effluent treatment plant.

Nova Scotians understand that climate change is a global emergency and thanks to their hard work, the province is a national leader in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Northern Pulp submitted a focus report for its proposed effluent treatment plant in Pictou County to the Environment Department today, Wednesday, Oct. 2.

Nova Scotians want to enjoy nature, wildlife and diversity in our province’s wilderness areas.

Protected areas protect biodiversity and habitat and offer opportunities for recreation, education, research and tourism. That’s why government is designating 17 new and expanded protected areas around the province.

Nova Scotians want to do more to help protect our environment and keep plastics out of our lakes, waterways and oceans. Government wants to do more, too – that’s why it is banning single-use plastic bags.

Les gens de la Nouvelle-Écosse qui s'intéressent à un environnement propre et à une économie saine peuvent soumettre leurs commentaires au sujet d'une nouvelle loi.

Nova Scotians interested in a clean environment and healthy economy can give their input for new legislation.