@ecologyaction
The EAC is an environmental charity in Mi'kma'ki / Nova Scotia taking leadership on critical issues from biodiversity to climate change to environmental justice. Visit us at www.ecologyaction.ca 🌱
Cuts proposed by Houston are more than just numbers on a budget sheet – they represent real impacts for everyday Nova Scotians.
When we cut these programs, we cut opportunities for youth engagement, community connection & sustainable transportation growth.
nslegislature.ca/members/prof...
📆 Upcoming events in the Coastal Zone 🌊 :
International Coastal Access Symposium (virtual)
@ecologyaction.bsky.social
March 26, 2026
8 am-3 pm EST / 9 am-4 pm AST
For more info/free registration: ecologyaction.ca/internationa...
#CoastalAcess #CoastalEvents
The Finance Minister said some changes could be coming to these clauses, but we don't have any confirmation or details of that yet. You can also listen to an interview by our senior wilderness coordinator for more information here: www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
Hello! Bill 198 contains provisions that could raise the tax rate for landowners who choose to conserve their woodlots or participate in carbon markets. The government couldn't force woodlot owners to clearcut their land, but the bill could financially penalize them through higher taxes.
What if your school bus could change the world? The @ecologyaction.bsky.social Centre releases a brand-new children’s book that brings climate action to life through the story of one small but mighty electric school bus, hoping to change the future. ecologyaction.ca/our-work/ene...
Now we must all be a voice for wildlife and nature.
With science being sidelined, expertise being eliminated and nature falling to the wayside, it's up to each of us to be the voice for wildlife and nature.
themastheadnews.ca
#NSPoli #TimHouston
Today is the today! Appetite for Action: Wednesday March 11, 2026! 🍽️
One night where dining out means giving back to the earth, easy as that.
All you need to do? Grab your friends, bring your appetite and make every bite count!
👉 Find participating restaurants: ecologyaction.ca/appetite-action
The EAC is deeply concerned about elements in Bill 198, the Financial Measures Act. Senior Wilderness Coordinator Raymond Plourde was interviewed on Maritime Noon yesterday about some of the potential repercussions for woodlot owners and private conservation.
🎧 www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...
#NSPoli
Text and several color blocks overlaid on a circular pattern in green, yellow and blue. Text reads, "Teens for Climate. Grades 9-12. Collaborative communication skills training. Host: Stephanie Johnstone-Laurette. What you'll learn: Understanding climate change, The role of youth in the climate movement, Sustainable living practices, Taking action and advocacy. Join Ecology Action Centre’s Teens for Climate groups skills session hosted by our Senior Youth Active Transportation Coordinator, Stephanie Johnstone-Laurette. Receive a certification in this skill once your training is complete. Monday March 23. 6-7pm."
🌍 Join us for a Teen-Friendly Career & Skills Training!
Don’t miss our free virtual training session, Climate Conversation, happening on March 23, from 6-7 P.M.
Open to teens aged 14–18 located in NS and designed to be engaging, practical and beginner-friendly.
👉 ecologyaction.ca/get-involved...
📢 RALLY TOMORROW AT PROVINCE HOUSE! 📢
We've seen a groundswell of organizing from multiple sectors & all corners of the province these past few weeks. Tomorrow we're gathering once again at the NS Legislature to show that we are united, & we are not backing down.
#NSPoli #NSBudget #TimHouston
🍽️ Appetite for Action is coming up this Wednesday!
Appetite for Action is a one-day event when exceptional restaurants donate a portion of proceeds from their food & beverage sales to the EAC.
🔗 ecologyaction.ca/appetite-action
#AppetiteForAction #GlobalNews #HalifaxEvents
"Choosing to decimate arts and cultural funding, equity programs...while letting big extractive industries run over the province without meaningful royalty payments is a political choice...." by @timbousquet.bsky.social www.halifaxexaminer.ca/morning-file... @ecologyaction.bsky.social
An image of dishes available at Efe's Turkish Cuisine with yellow and white text overlaid on the top and bottom and an image of a plate with the Appetite for Action logo centered. Text reads "Save the Date! Join us at Efes Turkish Cuisine. March 14, 2026"
Craving bold, fresh flavors and a welcoming vibe? Join us on March 11 for 🍽️ Appetite for Action 🍽️ at Efes Turkish Cuisine!
Enjoy fresh, shareable dishes that support local sustainability efforts. Dine with us and make every bite count!
👉 Make a reservation: efesturkish.com/ (Spring Garden location)
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Yellow square graphic with illustrations of people making food, thrifting and swapping clothes on the left. On the right green and black text is overlaid and reads "Climate action is more than you think - it can be: Community-building initiatives that help neighbours get to know each other can help create the strong social networks that we depend on in emergencies. Advocating for affordable housing and affordable energy can help people be safe in extreme heat and other extreme weather events."
Yellow square graphic with illustrations of people making food, thrifting and swapping clothes on the right. On the left green and black text is overlaid and reads "Creating new systems for food security and sharing resources in our communities, like community pantries or bulk buying co-ops, will help make sure that no one is left behind. Learning and taking actions together helps us build our collective ability to organize around whatever our community’s needs might be. All of these (and more) are examples of climate action."
What is climate action? It's more than you think.
Climate action isn't just protests or policy debates - climate action is community care in action.
🔗 Looking to start taking action? ecologyaction.ca/climate-lead...
Badge design by Nailah Moon
An image of Stardust in downtown Halifax with yellow and white text overlaid on the top and bottom and an image of a plate with the Appetite for Action logo centered. Text reads "Save the Date! Join us at Stardust. March 11, 2026"
Celebrate Appetite for Action on March 11 at Stardust Bar – a vibrant, inclusive spot where everyone feels at home.
Whether you’re craving vegan delights, gluten-free dishes or hearty fare, their diverse menu has you covered.
👉 Make a reservation: stardustbar.ca/reservations
#AppetiteForAction
📢 Petitions were tabled today by MLA Becky Druhan, MLA Kendra Coombs and MLA Derek Mombourquette.
‼️ Speak to your MLAs and ask them to help protect Mi'kma'ki / NS from uranium exploration & mining!
👉 Learn more about the impacts of uranium mining in NS: ecologyaction.ca/our-work/pol...
#NSPoli
Managers of biodiversity, managers of ecosystems & habitats and the head of the Wildlife Division all lost their jobs, and NS’s wildlife lost its dedicated voice within government.
📗 Read through the slides or head to our website to read our full statement.
ecologyaction.ca/resources-me...
The EAC is deeply concerned about the ecological & democratic implications of restructuring the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in order to “drive economic development.”
As part of these changes, the Houston government abruptly fired seven people & eliminated the Wildlife Division at DNR.
TOMORROW!!
Things have been pretty heavy lately. From a punishing austerity budget to continued attacks on the nature that sustains us, Nova Scotians are feeling angry and concerned for our future.
Join over 60 Mi'kmaw and settler groups tomorrow at 12 pm as we stand together to demand better.
An image of Laughing Whale Coffee at the Halifax Brewery Market with yellow and white text overlaid on the top and bottom and an image of a plate with the Appetite for Action logo centered. Text reads "Save the Date! Join us at Laughing Whale Coffee. March 14, 2026"
🍽️ Appetite for Action continues past March 11 at the Brewery Market with Laughing Whale Coffee Roasters on March 14! 🍽️
On Saturday, March 14 from 8am-1pm, coffee sales from Laughing Whale at their Halifax Brewery Farmers Market booth will be donated to the EAC!
👉 ecologyaction.ca/appetite-act...
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A white and forest green graphic with an image of the previous Shoulder to Shoulder rally at the top, the word March vertical on the left side, and under the image are details of upcoming events in Halifax that relate to or are hosted by the EAC.
March is full of opportunities to get offline, learn, connect and take action - from the Shoulder to Shoulder rally to Appetite for Action, there’s something for everyone. 🌱
🗓️ Mark your calendars for these important dates and check out our posts on IG/FB for more information and links!
Join us on March 2 at Good Robot on Robie for an evening of brain-teasing questions, great company and good vibes - all in support of the EAC!
www.eventbrite.ca/e/good-robot...
#HalifaxEvents
On Tues. March 3 at 12 pm, communities from all corners of the province are gathering to send a united message to the Houston government.
The province we love and the nature that sustains us are under attack. This government has no mandate for their actions.
We hope you'll join us.
#NSPoli
An image of the Ingram River in the spring, with the river in the centre surrounded by bright green trees on each side. Overlaid on the image is white text in light green boxes. Text reads, "Support the proposed Ingram River Wilderness Area on March 9. HRM Environment and Sustainability Standing Committee. March 9,1-3 p.m. at City Hall (1841 Argyle St., Halifax)."
🌱 Help support the proposed Ingram River Wilderness Area!
Members of the Ingram Action Group, St. Margaret's Bay Stewardship Association, Nature NS and Mi'kmaq land & water protectors will be presenting at the HRM Environment and Sustainability Standing Committee on March 9 1-3 p.m. at City Hall
A graphic with a darker blue-gray color with yellow and white text overlaid on it. At the bottom of the graphic is the climate leadership badge overlaid. Text reads "Climate action isn’t just about protests and policy. It’s also about the many things we can do to help support our communities in the face of the challenges we're up against. Community-building initiatives that help neighbours get to know each other can help create the strong social networks that we depend on in emergencies. Advocating for affordable housing and affordable energy can help people be safe in extreme heat and other extreme weather events."
A graphic with a darker blue-gray color with yellow and white text overlaid on it. At the bottom of the graphic is the climate leadership badge overlaid. Text reads "Creating new systems for food security and sharing resources in our communities, like community pantries or bulk buying co-ops, will help make sure that no one is left behind. Learning and taking actions together helps us build our collective ability to organize around whatever our community’s needs might be. All of these are examples of climate action."
A graphic with a darker blue-gray color with yellow and white text overlaid on it. At the bottom of the graphic is the climate leadership badge overlaid. Text reads "It’s time for us to get offline and work together in the real world. No one can do everything, but everyone can do something. The Climate Leadership Badge is an invitation to take your next step and join others in tackling climate issues in your community – whether you’re a seasoned organizer or someone interested in stepping up in a new way. Build your skills, meet likeminded people in your community, connect with amazing groups and more. There’s a place for everyone in the fight for a better future. Join us and find out how you can earn your Climate Leadership Badge!"
The Climate Leadership Badge, invites you to take meaningful action in your community in a way that fits your capacity.
👉 Ready to rise up and take the next step in your climate action journey? ecologyaction.ca/climate-lead...
Badge design by Nailah Moon
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A graphic with a darker blue-gray color with yellow and white text overlaid on it. At the bottom of the graphic is the climate leadership badge overlaid. Text reads "Things are a bit scary out there lately. Governments abroad and here at home are bending to the whims of wealthy corporate interests and rolling back hard-won progress on tackling the climate emergency. At the same time, many of us are feeling isolated from our communities, struggling to pay our bills and overwhelmed by a constant stream of bad news. We know something needs to change, but it can be hard to know how to help and where to start."
A graphic with a darker blue-gray color with yellow and white text overlaid on it. At the bottom of the graphic is the climate leadership badge overlaid. Text reads "The good news? You’re not alone. Together, we can make an impact. There are so many ways we can plug in – ways that fit our individual capacity, skills and the things that inspire us. The EAC’s Climate Leadership Badge program is here to help you take the next step.”
Are you ready to get involved in climate action in your community? 🌱
We know these times can feel overwhelming. Many of us are feeling isolated from communities, struggling to pay bills and overwhelmed by a constant stream of bad news.
💚 But you don't have to face it alone.
A strong resistance is rising. Mi’kmaw leaders and settler allies unite to defend sovereignty, protect ecosystems & demand justice.
📢 Join the Shoulder to Shoulder rally on March 3 to stand united.
👉 Read Sadie Beaton’s full op-ed on the Examiner’s site:
www.halifaxexaminer.ca/commentary/w...
👏 We applaud HRM Council for their foresight in maintaining crucial funding to HalifACT. Thank you to everyone that took the time to contact their representatives and stand up for a sustainable future.
#HRM #HRMBudget #Halifax
A green and white square graphic overlaid with blue text that reads, ""During the floods, I was on Highway 2 on Waverly Road. The water took the car off the road and shredded the tires... Anybody who denies that climate change is real should have been in that car." Cathy Deagle Gammon"
A green and white square graphic overlaid with blue text that reads, "Thank you to HRM Council for making the decision to protect our future, and to everyone that took the time to write, call or meet with their councillors about this issue. When we work together, we win."
🌱 But our climate commitments are about more than just saving money in the long term - they help protect our communities and keep future generations safe.
A green and white square graphic with a semi-transparent image of the halifax citadel clocktower overlaid on it. Overlaid on the photo is green and blue text that reads, "Great news! Yesterday, HRM Council voted almost unanimously to maintain support for HalifACT, Halifax's climate action plan. The vote happened after a motion was tabled by Mayor Fillmore to explore the possibility of cutting its funding."
A green and white square graphic overlaid with blue text that reads, "We know that investing in climate action now will save our communities far more in the long run, but this is about far more than just money. Climate action helps protect our communities and keep future generations safe. Here's what some councilors had to say about their decision:"
A green and white square graphic overlaid with blue text that reads, ""We see real savings as we implement these programs." Nancy Hartling "We are not just stewards of the city today - we are stewards of the city for future generations. It's important that we leave things in a better state than we found them." Patty Cuttel "I don't want a future regret to be that we're a municipality that didn't live up to its climate commitments." Sam Austin"
A green and white square graphic overlaid with blue text that reads, ""I am so concerned that this was even on the table... I do think this work is about our kids and grandkids and the future... I recall seeing 10,000 kids outside in the streets asking us to declare a climate emergency, and we did." Toni Mancini "We should show leadership, and hopefully the rest of the world will follow along so we don't hit the tipping points that create an unlivable world for humankind that my kids and grandkids will have to inherit." Shawn Cleary"
‼️ Yesterday, HRM Council voted almost unanimously to maintain support for HalifACT, Halifax's climate action plan.
🌱 We know that cuts to climate mitigation now will cost our communities more in the long run - in a time of austerity from our NS governments, we were overjoyed to see this huge win.
