Politics & Policy

About Our Policy Work

As a watchdog for the environment, the Ecology Action Centre engages in advocacy and systems change initiatives that span a range of issues. We work for change at all levels of government, advocating for policy informed by community.

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Policy Initiatives

A Better Economic Future for Nova Scotia
Resource extraction projects aren't the only choice. Learn about solutions for a better economic future in Nova Scotia.
No More B.S. - N.S. Didn't Ask for "Strong Mayor" Powers
Send a message to stand up for Nova Scotia's democracy!
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 Uranium
Nova Scotians didn't ask for uranium exploration and mining.
EGCCRA
The Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act is a series of renewed goals to help Nova Scotia protect our environment and tackle the climate emergency.
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.
No More B.S. - N.S. Didn't Ask for Fracking
Nobody asked for fracking.
No More B.S. - N.S. Didn't Ask for Biomass
Nobody asked for more biomass burning.
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!
Green Budget Coalition
The GBC brings together over 20 Canadian environmental organizations to present fiscal recommendations to the federal government on a variety of environmental issues.
Climate Plan Videos
Watch community members, leaders and organizers respond to Nova Scotia's climate plan.
Past Projects
Learn about some of our past politics and policy-related projects and initiatives!