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Nova Scotia Environment focuses on climate change, protecting our environment and advancing our ambitious environmental goals.

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Online PaymentsOnline Payments
Need to renew or apply for a licence or certification? We can now accept credit card payments online. To find out what programs are available for online payments, visit our Licence and Certification page.
Water for Life Progress ReportWater for Life Progress Report - 2012
The Nova Scotia government is making progress in its efforts to ensure water is valued and protected. The Water for Life Progress Report highlights achievements of the first year of Nova Scotia's water resource management strategy. Learn More.
Nova Scotia Environment Public ConsultationHydraulic Fracturing Review
The Nova Scotia Government will be undertaking a review of the environmental issues associated with hydraulic fracturing in shale gas operations. This review will include opportunity for public input. Learn More.
Nova Scotia's Water PortalNova Scotia's Water Portal - Water for Life
Nova Scotia's new Water Portal acts at the nexus of community, industry, academia and government to manage our most valued resource - water. Visit the Water Portal.
Non-essential PesticidesNon-essential Pesticides Control Act
The Nova Scotia government has approved the Non-essential Pesticides Control Act on May 11, 2010. Learn about growing and maintaining a healthy lawn which minimizes weed growth and pest proliferation - more.
Well Water SafetyClimate Change Action Plan
Nova Scotia Environment has released a Climate Change Action Plan and launched the Climate Change website to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and protect our province.
Construction Industry PortalConstruction Industry Portal
The Construction Industry Portal assists the Nova Scotia construction industry achieve compliance with provincial legal standards, facilitating better, faster access to information. Learn more.
News from Nova Scotia EnvironmentLatest News
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Public Consultation

Nova Scotia Environment remains committed to consulting the public on all environmental assessments, proposed legislation, regulations and significant policy statements.

Currently active public consultations include:

  • May 24, 2012 - South Canoe Wind Power Project ... More
  • October 24, 2011 - Environmental Goals and Sustainable Prosperity Act (EGSPA) 2011 Review ... More
  • June 16, 2011 - Consultation Will Help Choose Protected Lands ... More

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