Monthly Archives: January 2011

Wed. Feb 9: Geologic Mapping of the Arctic Ocean

David Mosher of the Geological Society of Canada will talk about a new understanding of the creation and unique geology of the Arctic Ocean. Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History at 7:30 p.m. (Co-sponsored by the Atlantic Geoscience Society and … Continue reading

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Thursday, Feb 3 – Seabirds in Atlantic Canada

Carina Gjerdrum, a seabird biologist with Canadian Wildlife Service will talk about the diversity of seabirds that occur in our waters throughout the year, and the amazing adaptations that allow them to survive in the marine environment. Read more

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Biodiversity hotspot gets a reprieve, for now

Plans to open a strip mine in karst located in forested uplands of the Avon Peninsula threaten sustainable livelihoods and would obliterate habitat for a number of species at risk. Fundy Gypsum announced on Jan 25th that it is closing … Continue reading

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800 million birds lost in 40 years

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Canadian Boreal Forest Agreement

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Saturday, January 15 – Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market

Are you making a New Year’s resolution to eat more locally grown and produced food? Then you will already be a shopper at the new Seaport Market. Join us as we spend some time discovering the details behind the scenes … Continue reading

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