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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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The Grassrooting Guide to Organizing
When we organize with our communities, we are stronger than the wealthy corporate influences that are hijacking our province and our country. That's why we created this resource guide for individuals or community groups that want to take action around an issue.
Get your Copy Here

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.

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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

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.

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Become an EACer
By becoming an EAC member, you'll add to the power of our community and help us take action on critical environmental issues.

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Highlights

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

The Grassrooting Guide to Organizing
When we organize with our communities, we are stronger than the wealthy corporate influences that are hijacking our province and our country. That's why we created this resource guide for individuals or community groups that want to take action around an issue.
Get your Copy Here
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
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

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
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!
Become an EACer
By becoming an EAC member, you'll add to the power of our community and help us take action on critical environmental issues.

Become a Member!

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.

Gold Mining
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.
HalifACT
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!
Sustainable Seafood
We work towards increasing consumer and retailer access to properly labelled, sustainable seafood.

Climate Policy
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.
Making Tracks Safe Cycling Videos
Learn cycling safety essentials in our Making Tracks Safe Cycling video series! Videos are available in Arabic, English, French and Mi'kmaw.
Food Security in Nova Scotia
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.

No More B.S. - N.S. Didn't Ask for "Strong Mayor" Powers
Send a message to stand up for Nova Scotia's democracy!
Coastal Protection Act
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.
Climate Plan
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.

Winter Walk Day
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.
Keeping the "Know" in Nova Scotia
Learn about the realities of resource extraction industries in Nova Scotia.
Pop-up Bike Hub
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.

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.

Keeping the "Know" in Nova Scotia
Learn about the realities of resource extraction industries in Nova Scotia.

No More B.S. - N.S. Didn't Ask for Biomass
Nobody asked for more biomass burning.

Climate Commitment Badges
Pick up a Climate Commitment Badge and make a promise to take action!

Sustainable Seafood
We work towards increasing consumer and retailer access to properly labelled, sustainable seafood.

No More B.S. - N.S. Didn't Ask for Urban Sprawl
Tell the Houston government to get wealthy developers out of our natural spaces

No More B.S. - N.S. Didn't Ask for Fracking
Nobody asked for fracking.

HalifACT
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!

No More B.S. - N.S. Didn't Ask for Biomass
Nobody asked for more biomass burning.

No More B.S. - N.S. Didn't Ask for Fracking
Nobody asked for fracking.

Winter Walk Day
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.

No More B.S. - N.S. Didn't Ask for "Strong Mayor" Powers
Send a message to stand up for Nova Scotia's democracy!

Electricity
Nova Scotians deserve a low-carbon energy system that is clean, affordable and reliable. Learn what we are doing to help make that happen.

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!