In the report, University of King’s College president Bill Lahey said forest practices should be guided by a new paradigm called “ecological forestry” which treats forests “first and foremost” as ecosystems. Continue reading
According to federal figures, about 90 per cent of wood harvested in Nova Scotia is clear-cut. Continue reading
The review was first promised prior to the 2017 provincial election and became a key part of the Liberals’ environmental platform. Continue reading
Jeff Bishop, the executive director of Forest Nova Scotia, told the legislature’s resources committee today that forestry is more complex than simple discussions about whether clear cutting is good or bad. Continue reading
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The protest was meant to draw attention to clear-cutting Continue reading
The review was first announced in the lead-up to last spring’s provincial election and became a key part of the party’s environmental platform. Continue reading
Environmental concerns were front and centre during an election debate in Halifax. Continue reading
Natural Resources Minister Lloyd Hines says much has changed in the five years since the panel’s report was released, including new scientific approaches to managing the forests. Continue reading
The province alleges 3.8 hectares or about 10 acres of trees were cut last November. Continue reading
“Trees tell us much more about the weather and climate than what we’ve experienced ourselves,” said geography professor Dr. Dave Sauchyn. Continue reading