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.
Highlights
Find out about our recent work and ways you can get involved!
Become an EACer
By becoming a member of the EAC and adding to the collective power of our community, you'll help us continue to take action on critical environmental issues.
Take Action for Electric School Buses
We’re calling on the government of Nova Scotia to put in place a mandate and clear targets to achieve a 100 per cent electric school bus fleet over the next 10 years.
Climate Plan Videos
In this six-part video series, the Ecology Action Centre speaks with different community members to get their thoughts on Nova Scotia's climate plan.
Blue Nose Marathon
Make your run/wheel/walk in the Blue Nose Marathon more meaningful by participating in the Giv'er Charity Challenge and raising funds for the Ecology Action Centre!
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Learn cycling safety essentials in our Making Tracks Safe Cycling video series! Videos are available in Arabic, English, French and Mi'kmaw.
Send a message to Tim Houston and Education Minister Becky Druhan encouraging them to commit to a fully electric school bus fleet in Nova Scotia!
Winter is a great time to be outside! Schools and youth groups can take part in the benefits of walking to or at school for Winter Walk Day, any day in February.
Learn how EAC is working to promote ecological forestry in our province and fighting the destruction of our natural spaces by outdated forestry practices.
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.
We advocate for aquaculture policies and practices that minimize harmful impacts on the marine ecosystem while benefiting local communities.
Send a message to decision makers urging them to stop an American billionaire from building a golf course in the West Mabou Beach Provincial Park!
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.
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.
We work towards increasing consumer and retailer access to properly labelled, sustainable seafood.
Winter is a great time to be outside! Schools and youth groups can take part in the benefits of walking to or at school for Winter Walk Day, any day in February.
Learn how EAC is working to promote ecological forestry in our province and fighting the destruction of our natural spaces by outdated forestry practices.
The Pop-Up Bike Hub is a mobile DIY Community bike repair space providing people with the tools and knowledge to successfully fix their own bike.
Send a message to Tim Houston and Education Minister Becky Druhan encouraging them to commit to a fully electric school bus fleet in Nova Scotia!
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.
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!
Learn cycling safety essentials in our Making Tracks Safe Cycling video series! Videos are available in Arabic, English, French and Mi'kmaw.
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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!
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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.
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.
Send a message to decision makers urging them to stop an American billionaire from building a golf course in the West Mabou Beach Provincial Park!
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!
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!
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