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Mahone Islands Conservation Association

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To protect and conserve the natural environment of the islands and shoreline of Mahone Bay, and the traditional, social and recreational opportunities valued by its various communities.
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In 2007 MICA helped arrange the Long Island Preservation Society's donation of Long Island, Dry Island, Centre Island and Snipe Island to the province.
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Islands acquired in partnership with MICA include: Andrews (the first to be acquired, in 2005), Backmans, Covey, Masons, Sacrifice, Shag, and Squid.
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In 2013 MICA contributed $ 250,000 towards the province's purchase of Bella Island for $ 800,000, which forms a habitat for
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MICA receives funding from the Province of Nova Scotia and about 40 corporate sponsors, as well as local fundraising.
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activities. Under a stewardship agreement, islands are managed jointly by MICA and the province of Nova Scotia.
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In 2015 the McLennan family donated Goat Island to the province.
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The association's actions have made the islands available for
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dedicated to the conservation of islands and shoreline of
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Mahone Bay
Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia
http://www.mahoneislands.ns.ca/
not-for-profit organization
Mahone Bay
Nova Scotia
Canada
leave-no-trace
piping plover
common loon


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