Atlantic Canada Environmental Nonprofits

22organizations

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Cobequid Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre

Hilden

Our mission is to provide veterinary care and rehabilitation to sick, injured, and orphaned wildlife and return them to suitable habitat in the wild.

Community Forests International

Sackville

Enabling communities and forests to thrive together.

International Conservation Fund of Canada

Chester

To advance the long-term preservation of nature and biodiversity in the tropics and other priority areas worldwide.

Back to the Sea Society

Eastern Passage Nova Scotia

Marine interpretive centre dedicated to ocean education.

Canadian Biotechnology Action Network (CBAN)

Halifax

We support food sovereignty in Canada by taking action on the use of genetic engineering (GMOs) in food and farming: Research - Educate -…

East Coast Trail Association Inc.

St. John's Newfoundland and Labrador

We exist to inspire the world to explore the great Newfoundland outdoors. By experiencing the natural beauty of our province, people learn to love…

Ecology Action Centre

Halifax

The EAC acts as watchdog, convener, mobilizer and incubator. We engage community to create systemic change in the face of urgent, complex environmental issues.

Island Nature Trust

Charlottetown

Island Nature Trust is a non-government, not-for-profit organization dedicated to protection and management of Natural Areas on Prince Edward Island (Canada).

Macphail Woods Ecological Forestry Project / Environmental Coalition of PEI

Charlottetown Prince Edward Island

The Environmental Coalition of Prince Edward Island is dedicated to protecting and improving the environment. We continue to make strides to improve forest and…

Marine Animal Response Society

Halifax

A marine animal response organization based in Nova Scotia, Canada.

Mind Your Plastic

Halifax

Fostering Solutions to End Plastic Pollution in Canada

Nova Scotia Environmental Network

Halifax Nova Scotia

NSEN is all about building stronger support systems for the dozens of environmental organizations working towards a sustainable future in Nova Scotia.

Ocean Week Halifax Society

Lakeside Nova Scotia

A festival to appreciate, learn about, and connect with the ocean

SmartICE Monitoring & Information Inc.

St. John's Newfoundland and Labrador

Community-based social enterprise combining Indigenous Knowledge and innovative ice monitoring technology to support climate adaptation and informed ice travel.

Solar Schools Canada

Halifax

We support smart, local climate action by collaborating with schools to develop, fund and deliver renewable energy projects and related educational programs.

South Shore Watershed Association

Crapaud

The South Shore Watershed Association was created by the amalgamation of several P.E.I. watershed organizations: The Tryon River Watershed Cooperative, DeSable River Enhancement and…

Surfrider Dalhousie

Halifax

We are a continually growing dedicated network of coastal defenders in Canada who transform their passion for the coast into lasting protection. Bridging local…

Terranaut Club

Lower Sackville Nova Scotia

Terranaut Club creates and delivers STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) exploration and environmental education programs for girls and gender diverse youth (“girls+”) ages…

Ulnooweg Education Centre

Halifax Nova Scotia

An Indigenous-led charity empowering Indigenous youth and communities through education that is rooted in culture, language and the land.

Wentworth Mountain Bike Assocaition

Fall River

Wentworth Mountain Bike Association - Access to world-class, sustainable mountain bike trails, for all ages and abilities in Wentworth, Nova Scotia

Western Environment Centre Inc

Corner Brook Newfoundland and Labrador

To inspire a community of environmentally active citizens through education, action, and dialogue

Young Naturalists Club (Nova Scotia)

Halifax

Welcome to the Young Naturalists Club! We are a nature club that provides opportunities for youth and their families to learn about, and connect…

Environmental nonprofits in the Atlantic Canada bioregion: key facts

How many environmental nonprofits work in the Atlantic Canada bioregion?

Ideal Location lists 22 environmental and conservation nonprofits in the Atlantic Canada bioregion.

What do these environmental nonprofits focus on?

The most common focus areas are Wildlife Biodiversity (11), Land Conservation (9), Climate Energy (5) and Marine Oceans (4).

Counts and revenue come from the organizations listed in the Ideal Location directory and their most recent reported filings.

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