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An important update to our April 1, 2019 release

Posted: Mon, Apr 01, 2019

Updated April 3, 2019 On April Fool’s Day (2019), we released a tongue-in-cheek statement about our provincial government’s failure to recognize the Peace and Friendship Treaties that govern relations on unceded Mi’kmaq territory.

Long-time director bids farewell after two decades of environmental action

Posted: Thu, Mar 28, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, March 28, 2019 K’JIPUKTUK (HALIFAX) – After 23 years in the job, Mark Butler, Policy Director at the Ecology Action Centre (EAC), will be leaving the organization. Butler joined the EAC in 1996, as Marine Coordinator.

NS 2019 Budget Overlooks Climate and Biodiversity Crisis

Posted: Tue, Mar 26, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, March 26, 2019

Federal Budget Provides Important Investment in Energy Efficiency and Food Issues but Lacks Urgent Action Needed for Climate Crisis

Posted: Wed, Mar 20, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, March 20, 2019

EAC Supports Recommendations Made by Just Transition Task Force

Posted: Tue, Mar 12, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, March 12, 2019 K’JIPUKTUK (Halifax) - The federal Task Force on the Just Transition for Canadian Coal Power Workers and Communities has issued its final report to the Federal government, including key recommendations for supporting workers transitioning away from the coal power sector across Canada.

Group of 26 Urges HRM Council to Push for “People-First” Approach as they Consider Approval of 90 Per Cent Public Design and Next Steps of the Cogswell District Redevelopment

Posted: Mon, Feb 25, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, February 25, 2019

New website connects people with ways to eat locally in Cumberland County

Posted: Thu, Feb 21, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, February 21, 2019 Mi’kma’ki (Nova Scotia) - A new website is making it easier to eat local in Cumberland County. Launched this month, eatlocalcumberland.ca lets visitors discover local food and drink options via an interactive map and online database.

Nova Scotians are speaking up for school food

Posted: Thu, Feb 07, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: FEBRUARY 7, 2019 K’JIPUKTUK (HALIFAX) – Canada is the only G7 country that doesn't have a national school food program. But, a new campaign is looking to change that.

EAC 101 - Volunteer Orientation Night

Posted: Tue, Feb 05, 2019

Date: Wed, Feb 20, 2019, 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Are you new to volunteering with the Ecology Action Centre? Have you been around for a while, but want to find out more about how to get involved? Join us for a Volunteer Orientation session! It's a great way to learn more about the EAC, meet fellow volunteers and volunteer leaders, and learn about the various projects and campaigns you could get involved with.

Funding transportation plans could help drive Halifax out of our climate emergency

Posted: Wed, Jan 30, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, January 30, 2019 K’JIPUKTUK (Halifax) - Yesterday, Halifax was added to the list of Canadian cities that have declared a climate emergency. The symbolic motion was passed unanimously by city councillors. It aims to accelerate actions taken by HRM to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The Ecology Action Centre is commending the move.