Nova Scotia
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The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) has been creating a natural legacy in Nova Scotia for 50 years. NCC's work in the province dates back to 1971, with 210 hectares conserved at Sight Point in Cape Breton’s Mabou Highlands. NCC has worked with individuals and communities to protect more than 17,000 hectares in projects across the province.
Together we are making a difference in all corners of picturesque Nova Scotia; from strategic land securement initiatives, to restoring and protecting habitat, to important stewardship and land management activities. From rural areas to Halifax County, we are diligently working to sustain the province's natural heritage for today and for our children and grandchildren.
Stories from the Field
Atlantic Interns gathering at Johnson's Mills Nature Reserve (Photo by NCC Staff)
Interns of Atlantic
Looking after migratory shorebirds, debris cleanup, bringing awareness to communities and more — the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) interns of 2022 did it all. Read along to learn more about these eager young individuals and their achievements over the summer. Continue Reading »
Joe Schell (Photo by: Doug Van Hemessen/NCC staff)
A job like no other
Whale watching in Nova Scotia? Yes, please! The Nature Conservancy of Canada’s Dr. Freedman intern, Joe Schell, talked to us about the perks of working outdoors for the summer. Continue Reading »
From Our Blog
Adult deer tick (Photo by Scott Bauer/Wikimedia Commons)
A close encounter with ticks that I won't forget
October 19, 2022
Anyone who knows me knows I am not a morning person, by any stretch of the imagination. But on this particular morning, it was 8 o’clock, and I’d already stripped the bed and sofa covers, done a load of laundry, and taken a long, hot... Continue Reading »
Featured Projects
Land on Musquodoboit Harbour, NS (Photo by NCC)
Find out about our conservation projects, research activities, land management priorities and more. Read more »
Our Work
View at Gaff Point, NS (Photo by Mike Dembeck)
Learn about where and how we are focussing our conservation efforts in Nova Scotia.
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Faces of NCC
Gaff Point CV event, NS (Photo by Mike Dembeck)
Meet some of the staff, volunteers and supporters who make our work possible. Read more »
