613 releases issued in the specified time period for Natural Resources
Boston Tree Cutting Ceremony
Natural Resources
November 16, 2009 1:37 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Boston Tree Cutting Ceremony
Nova Scotia continued its annual tradition of thanking the people of Boston for their help during the aftermath of the Halifax Explosion.
Hunters Helping the Hungry
Natural Resources
November 13, 2009 12:00 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Hunters Helping the Hungry
Nova Scotia hunters will once again help to feed the hungry, through food banks across the province.
Sustainability is Theme of Annual Mining Matters Conference
Natural Resources
November 13, 2009 9:32 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Sustainability is Theme of Annual Mining Matters Conference
The importance of the mining industry to Nova Scotia will be showcased during the 33rd annual Mining Matters conference at the Westin Nova Scotian Hotel in Halifax, Monday, Nov. 16, and Tuesday, Nov. 17.
Province Funds Forestry Development in Southwestern Nova Scotia
Natural Resources
October 30, 2009 1:59 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Province Funds Forestry Development in Southwestern Nova Scotia
The Department of Natural Resources' Forestry Action Plan is helping landowners manage sustainable and healthy forests in Southwestern Nova Scotia.
Deer Hunting Season Begins Oct. 30
Natural Resources
October 29, 2009 1:40 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES–-Deer Hunting Season Begins Oct. 30
Nova Scotian hunters are looking forward to the start of another deer hunting season, beginning Friday, Oct. 30.
Crossbow Course Now Available Online
Natural Resources
October 16, 2009 9:30 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Crossbow Course Now Available Online
Nova Scotia is the first province to provide an online crossbow course.
Uranium Ban to Become Law
Natural Resources
October 14, 2009 2:35 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Uranium Ban to Become Law
A moratorium on exploration and mining of uranium in Nova Scotia will be made law.
Spryfield-area Fire Investigation Completed
Natural Resources
October 1, 2009 9:51 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Spryfield-area Fire Investigation Completed
The Department of Natural Resources has completed its investigation into April wildfires in the Spryfield area, Halifax Regional Municipality, and no charges are pending.
Province Unveils Monument to Fallen Conservation Officers
Natural Resources
September 19, 2009 1:30 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Province Unveils Monument to Fallen Conservation Officers
Nova Scotia conservation officers killed in the line of duty were remembered today, Sept. 19.
Celebrate National Forest Week in Nova Scotia
Natural Resources
September 18, 2009 2:03 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Celebrate National Forest Week in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotians can celebrate National Forest Week with the Department of Natural Resources by taking part in various activities around the province that showcase the diversity of provincial forests.
Woodlot Owners of Year to Host Field Days
Natural Resources
September 11, 2009 10:57 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Woodlot Owners of Year to Host Field Days
Nova Scotians will have an opportunity to learn about natural resources management, view interesting demonstrations and enjoy the great outdoors when regional and provincial Woodlot Owners of the Year open their properties to the public in the coming weeks.
Provincial, Federal Governments Invest $14 million in Nova Scotia Forests
Natural Resources
August 27, 2009 9:41 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Provincial, Federal Governments Invest $14 million in Nova Scotia Forests
The sustainability of Nova Scotia's forest sector and rural development will both get a boost from a $14 million investment by the province and the government of Canada.
Graves Island Provincial Park Extends Season
Natural Resources
August 26, 2009 9:38 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Graves Island Provincial Park Extends Season
Graves Island Provincial Park will remain open until Thanksgiving weekend instead of its original closing date of Sept. 7.
Three Beaches Reopen
Natural Resources
August 25, 2009 4:02 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Three Beaches Reopen
Martinique, Lawrencetown and Conrads Beaches in Halifax Regional Municipality are now open to the public.
Parks Reopen, Three Beaches Remain Closed
Natural Resources
August 24, 2009 2:23 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Parks Reopen, Three Beaches Remain Closed
All provincial day-use and camping parks reopened today, Aug. 24, after being assessed for damage caused by Hurricane Bill.
Parks Closing due to Severe Weather
Natural Resources
August 22, 2009 12:54 PM
Provincial beaches, day-use, and camping parks will be closed to the public because of severe weather conditions anticipated from Hurricane Bill.
Nova Scotians Support Species at Risk Projects
Natural Resources
August 21, 2009 11:34 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Nova Scotians Support Species at Risk Projects
Wood Turtles, Long's Bulrush and the Piping Plover are among a number of Nova Scotia species that will benefit from this year's Species at Risk Conservation Fund.
Nova Scotia Sends Natural Resources Firefighters to British Columbia
Natural Resources
August 4, 2009 3:37 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Nova Scotia Sends Natural Resources Firefighters to British Columbia
The Department of Natural Resources has sent 24 staff to Kamloops, B.C. to help control and extinguish some of the numerous forest fires burning throughout the province.
Members Named to Panels of Expertise
Natural Resources
July 23, 2009 1:21 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Members Named to Panels of Expertise
Natural Resources Minister John MacDonell has appointed 12 Nova Scotians to guide the development of a new natural resources strategy for the province. The appointments were recommended by a steering panel chaired by former Chief Justice Constance Glube.
Accepting Antlerless Deer Hunting Licence Applications
Natural Resources
July 17, 2009 1:03 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Accepting Antlerless Deer Hunting Licence Applications
Note: A list of the number of antlerless deer stamps available for the years 2006 to 2009 can be found at gov.ns.ca/news/Photos/2009/Jul/DeerChart.html.
Phone lines accepting applications to hunt antlerless deer will open on Saturday, July 18. Nine-thousand permits are up for grabs this year.