"Trouble Spots" in Nova Scotia
Click on the tiles below to find information, resources and groups advocating for a healthy environment, flourishing communities and a stable, sustainable economy. Education and knowledge are power. Let’s step into it!
Issues Map
This map pin-points problem areas in the province that affect the health and viability of communities and the environment. Each dot brings up a summary of the project and the contact details for the group / groups involved.
Forestry
Industrial forestry continues to affect the health of our natural forests and biodiversity.
Connect here with experts and groups working to protect and keep our forests healthy.
Mining
Tim Houton’s PC-Government has opened Nova Scotia up for mineral extraction (2025).
Learn the concerns and issues involved in uranium mining, gold mining, fracking and other extraction industries and join us as we explore alternatives.
Wetlands
Wetlands are Greenhouse Gas (GHG) sequestering Rock Stars! They are the kidneys of the world as they filter our water, help to decrease flooding and protect against fires. They provide diverse and important habitat and are so much more than a swamp!
Coastal Protection
Nova Scotia’s Premier Tim Houston promised to proclaim the Coastal Protection Act during the election compaign of 2021. In April, 2024 his government announced that the Act would not be proclaimed. This page follows the attempts to persuade the government to change its mind.
Hydrogen and Industrial Wind Projects
We need alternative energy sources, but supporting projects that will produce energy solely for export will not help Nova Scotia “green” its grid.
Explore the facts, issues and concerns of these mega projects and connect with the communities and experts in the field.
Open Pen Fish Farms
Atlantic Salmon farming has become a lucrative, world-wide industry. at the cost of environmental and human health.
Why has this become of international concern?
Click here to find out.
Politics and Tim Houston's 2nd Term
Tim Houston’s PC-Government won a supermajority in the snap election held Nov 2024. Since then, the government has amended a number of Bills that have caused great concern throughout the province.