Category Archives: Water Management

Water Management for Spring

Posted on April 1, 2012 by Dan Earle

We are in the right season. But, in Nova Scotia it has been a bit out of character. A mild winter, and early spring. Who knows what the summer will bring. But, we do have a water regime. This site … Continue reading →

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Sidewalks, curbs and fresh air

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Dan Earle

TREPA has sent the following position statement to the Yarmouth Town Council. The position is based on material that the town and TREPA, represented by Margrit Robinson, gained at a recent conference on storm water management in Digby. Sidewalks, Curbs … Continue reading →

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Groundwater monitor sites needed

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Dan Earle

Sites needed to monitor the groundwater in SNBR  and all of NS What is groundwater? Groundwater is water that completely fills the spaces in the ground beneath us. Think of a sponge that is sitting in a bowl of water: the … Continue reading →

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HOME, the movie, on u-tube

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Dan Earle

This award winning film, narrated by Gwen Close, and having breathtaking images, may be watched on u-tube.  The film illustrates the beauty and fragility of the Earth, explores environmental issues, and points to steps being taken to bring our needs … Continue reading →

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NS water resource management strategy released

Posted on December 20, 2010 by Dan Earle

Water for Life: Nova Scotia’s Water Resource Management Strategy has been released by Minister Sterling Belliveau.  Stakeholders, First Nations, community organizations, and individuals participated in and supported the development of the Water Strategy. The report, in English and French, can … Continue reading →

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