Forest harvesting that encroaches on a lakeshore or watercourse can have a negative impact on these endangered and threatened plants.  The effects can be direct, with the mortality of plants and indirect with increased runoff and nutrients. 

1. Follow Provincial Regulations that are already in place
Provincial Wildlife Habitat and Watercourses Protection Regulations have been in place since January 2002 and restrict the harvesting of wood in close proximity to all watercourses.  Please visit the NS Department of Natural Resources website for more detailed information on these regulations.


2. Understand legislation that is already in place to help protect these plants...

NS Endangered Species Act:
There are 11 ACPF species that are protected under the NS Endangered Species Act, proclaimed in 1999.  This Act protects species in NS that have been assessed and determined to be at risk of extinction.  Here are a few 'Quick Facts" about the legislation:

• The Act applies to all species at risk on private and provincial public (crown) land in NS.

• The Act prohibits:

  • killing or disturbing species

  • destroying or disturbing its residence (i.e. habitat)

  • destroying or disturbing core habitat

• Prior to alteration of the land; species at risk must be considered

For more detailed information on the NS Endangered Species Act please contact us.

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