Rhythms of Tradition: Alan Syliboy’s Artistry in Drum Painting

01 Apr 2025

Alan Syliboy, a multidisciplinary Mi’kmaq artist from Millbrook First Nation, views his drum painting as both an artistic and cultural practice. For him, drums are more than instruments—they are messengers that carry energy and meaning. Each painted drum serves a purpose, with messages that range from cultural storytelling to social issues. His work ensures that Mi’kmaw traditions remain vibrant, using art as a powerful tool for connection and advocacy.

Reflecting on 30 years of the Nova Scotia Nature Trust: Bonnie Sutherland’s Journey

07 Mar 2025

As the Nature Trust marks 30 years of conservation, we reflect on the milestones that have shaped its enduring legacy. We sat down around our kitchen table with Executive Director Bonnie Sutherland. She shares personal stories from her nearly 30-year journey, from the early days of calling landowners one by one to pivotal moments like the protection of Partridge Island. Bonnie’s dedication and the inspiring people she met along the way have been instrumental in turning bold dreams into reality.

A Conservation Celebration!

02 Jul 2024

We are so grateful for the many donors, volunteers, landowners and partners who made the vision of Twice the Wild a reality! We were delighted to share this huge win for nature together with more than 100 guests at Alderney Landing in downtown Dartmouth on June 12 - but we wish you ALL could have been there to celebrate together!

Twice the Wild is now protected, forever!

12 Jun 2024

We are thrilled to announce that we have reached our Twice the Wild goal: 30,000 acres of irreplaceable wild spaces across Nova Scotia, protected - forever. Read more!

Shoutout Showcase 2022

24 Feb 2022

Our Shoutout Showcase celebrated everything that you have helped achieve for nature, since our last Conservation Showcase in June 202. At a time when nature needs it the most, we want to show you what has been accomplished for nature thanks to you! Watch the recording of our live streamed event here.

Our bold new campaign: to protect twice as much wild space by 2023

22 Sep 2020

Nature has been the antidote to the stress, anxiety, and isolation of COVID-19 and other tragedies. People are rediscovering the joy that nature brings and appreciating being outdoors like never before. So what better time to take action to double our space for nature?

Silver Anniversary Dinner & Auction

30 Oct 2019

A big thank you to all those who supported our Silver Anniversary Dinner & Auction on Thursday, October 17. For a peek into the magic of the evening that was, we've created a photographic journey through the event.

Nature Trust campaigns to save major ‘missing link’ in beloved Halifax urban wilderness

17 Oct 2019

Tonight at our Silver Anniversary Dinner and Auction, the Nature Trust announced a 2.1 million dollar campaign to save a vital missing link in the Blue Mountain - Birch Cove Lakes wilderness

The Magical Mabou Highlands: Celebrating a major coastal conservation win in Cape Breton

30 Jul 2019

The last weekend of July was a magical one as we announced an exciting new protected area in Mabou that encompasses 2000 acres of coastal wilderness in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.

Celebrating a Historic Year in Conservation

26 Jun 2019

What a year – 2019 has been the most exciting and successful year for conversation achievements in the Nature Trust's 25 year history! Find out more by reading our 2018/2019 Gratitude Report and watch a short video highlighting the awe-inspiring beauty of these new conservation lands.