current job opportunity

ghost gear field technician

We are looking to fill a thirteen month full-time position beginning as soon as possible, ending September 30, 2022 (end date is negotiable). The Ghost Gear Project Field Technician will support coordinating retrieval and disposal of abandoned, lost, and discarded fishing gear in the Collaborative Remediation of Abandoned, Lost, and Discarded Fishing Gear (ALDFG) in Southwest Nova Scotia project, funded by Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO). See full job description and how to apply here. Contact alexa@coastalaction.org with questions.
Deadline to apply: July 27, 2020 

our response to covid-19 in Nova scotia

Coastal Action is continuing to monitor the COVID-19 situation here in Nova Scotia, paying close attention to the daily updates provided by our federal and provincial governments and adapting our operations to ensure the continued adherence to all guidelines and restrictions. Our highest priority is the safety and well-being of our employees. Our office is closed until further notice and all staff are working from home. Everyone at our organization can still be reached through email.  Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns. 

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WHO WE ARE

Coastal Action, established in December 1993, is a charitable organization that addresses environmental concerns within the South Shore region of Nova Scotia. Our goal is to promote the restoration, enhancement, and conservation of our environment through research, education, and action. Coastal Action is currently tackling many environmental issues that fall under the following theme areas;  species at risk and biodiversity, watersheds and water quality, climate change and education, as well as coastal and marine. The organization receives direction from a volunteer Board of Directors supported through a full-time ​Executive Director.

OUR VISION

A healthy environment for future generations.

OUR MISSION

To restore and protect the environment through research,
​education, and action.

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Thank you

As a charitable non-profit organization, Coastal Action depends on government and non-government funding in order to conduct our research, education, and action projects. Coastal Action would like to acknowledge and thank all our partners, supporters, and funders past and present. Every little bit helps us in reaching our goals, and without the support of our partners and funders we wouldn't be the success we are today!