Join us for the inaugural Coastal Appreciation Week to celebrate Nova Scotia’s coasts, taking place from July 11 to 19, 2026!
Nova Scotia’s coastline stretches more than 13,000 kilometers, and as Nova Scotians, we define our identity and way of life from the vital coastal spaces that we all cherish. The coast hosts a wide range of critical and sensitive habitats from coastal barrens and marshes to dunes and rocky shores. Hundreds of species, including endangered species and migratory birds, depend on these habitats. We too depend on these critical natural spaces to support livelihoods and entire coastal communities.
Coastal Appreciation Week seeks to connect people and communities with the coast across Nova Scotia to celebrate our beautiful coastlines. It is an opportunity to get involved with the many great organizations who work on the coast and learn about the important work they do. Coastal Appreciation Week is also a time where we can collectively learn about and reflect on what the coast means to each and every one of us.
Coordinated by the Ecology Action Centre and the Coastal Coalition of Nova Scotia, Coastal Appreciation Week will see more than two dozen organizations host events throughout Nova Scotia. For a full list of participating organizations and events, please see below.
You can participate in amazing events throughout Nova Scotia, including guided paddles, shoreline cleanups, webinars, field outings, interactive activities and more!
Check out the week’s schedule below. Events will continue to be added to this page. Please check back regularly for updates!
Saturday, July 11
Event information coming soon.
Sunday, July 12
Chebogue River Appreciation Day
Southwest Paddlers Association (SWPA) invites the public to kayak or canoe alongside SWPA's Big Canoe on the Chebogue River to appreciate this coastal river as she heads out to sea. Expect to debark and do a small coastal shoreline hike on one of the islands.
When: Sunday, July 12 at 1:30 p.m. for a 3 - 4 hour outing
Where: Paddle will start and end at the Chebogue River Aquatic Club (50 Aquatic Drive, Arcadia, on the outskirts of Yarmouth, N.S.)
Cost: Free
Registration required: No
Special considerations: Participants bring their own kayak or canoe. PFDs mandatory. Should have extra paddle in boat, float line, personal first aid, sunscreen, water, snacks, extra clothing in case one gets wet and appropriate footwear to walk on coastline (no sandals or open toes please). Although this is a recreational paddle appropriate for all levels of paddling ability, participants should be comfortable paddling in their kayaks or canoes, and able to do a leisurely paddle for up to 3 hours.
Questions? Contact Sandra at sandracphinney@gmail.com
Friends of McNabs Island - McNabs Island Hike Summer Series
Details pending - please check back soon.
Riverport Community Coastal Appreciation Day
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Scotian Shores - Fundy Cleanup
Details pending - please check back soon.
Monday, July 13
Event information coming soon
Tuesday, July 14
Event information coming soon.
Wednesday, July 15
Event information coming soon.
Thursday, July 16
Event information coming soon.
Friday, July 17
Event information coming soon.
Saturday, July 18
Event information coming soon.
Sunday, July 19
Friends of the Pugwash Estuary – Pugwash Estuary Flotilla Paddle
Details pending - please check back soon.