Rooted in Cape Breton: Scott Fitzgerald

03 Nov 2025

Every season, Scott Fitzgerald returns home to Cape Breton, where the land at Chimney Corner reminds him of the values and experiences that first shaped his love for nature. His commitment to the island’s ongoing care and stewardship is reflected in the way he and his business partner operate with giving back to the local community and ensuring land is protected.

For the Next Generation: Sean and Evan Kelly

01 Oct 2025

For Sean and his son Evan Kelly, protecting wild places is a natural extension of a deep love of being in Nova Scotia’s backcountry. Sean has extended his support of nature even further by joining the Nature Trust Board - and by adding a gift to the Nature Trust into his Will.

Wendy McDonald: A legacy of learning, giving, and protecting nature

02 Sep 2025

As Legacy Circle members and Champions of the Wild, Bob and Wendy McDonald also embraced new ways of giving. While they were never in a position to donate land themselves, they found other meaningful ways to support conservation.

‘In Perpetuity’ is a very long time: A Tribute to Bill Zimmerman

01 Aug 2025

In 2009 and 2010, Bill Zimmerman, Susan Hauer, and their son Ned Zimmerman stepped forward to protect two wild islands near Vogler’s Cove on the South Shore. Their gift was the first piece in what is now a fully protected archipelago in Medway Harbour, as well as a gift to Nova Scotia’s broader coastal legacy. Bill passed away in September 2024, and in memory of him and his family’s leadership in conservation, we’re honoured to share more about their story.

Thank you to Nature’s Way!

02 Jul 2025

This month we’re sharing our gratitude for our long-time supporter, Nature’s Way!

For love of Molega Lake: Janice MacNeill

29 May 2025

In April we shared wonderful news that a generous donor had made it possible for us to save a 100-acre property on Molega Lake, stepping forward to cover the cost of protecting this high-priority land. Now we’re delighted to share more about that donor, Janice MacNeill, and her inspiration for supporting the Nature Trust’s work.

Anne and Joe Mason: Surprising tax benefits to a Legacy Gift

28 Feb 2025

When Anne and Joe Mason decided to include the Nature Trust in their Will, they were motivated by the wish to give back to “the grandchildren of the world.” But the tax benefits they learned about afterwards were an unexpected bonus!

Celes and Susan Davar: Living with a Low Footprint

31 Jan 2025

Celes and Susan Davar are profoundly committed to living with a low footprint. Their home in the Annapolis Valley includes a groundbreaking passive home designed by their son and 72 acres of Wabanaki forest on the way to becoming permanently protected. And every time they travel, they calculate their carbon cost - and make a corresponding donation to the Nature Trust.

Barbara and Paul Kent: A Legacy for Our Common World

28 Nov 2024

Barbara and Paul Kent are committed to ensuring that the things that have been pillars of meaning in their own lives will stand strong far into the future, thanks to a uniquely structured legacy gift.

Jean Carr: A Heart Full of Nature

01 Nov 2024

Jean Carr, who just celebrated her 96th birthday, has been supporting the Nature Trust since 2006. She calls nature “just part of what I breathe.”