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Advancing an Integrated Management approach to Ship Strikes with Baleen whales on Canada’s Pacific Coast [graduate project].
(2015-11-23)
Ship strikes have been identified as a threat to the survival and recovery of whale species
populations. On Canada’s Pacific coast, ship strikes are noted as a potential threat to the recovery
of baleen whales, specifically ...
Systematic Marine Conservation Planning in the Scotian Shelf Bioregion [Graduate Project].
(2015-11-23)
The Scotian shelf bioregion constitutes an area of intense socio-economic activity. Key activities in the bioregion include fisheries, oil and gas, shipping, and aquaculture. However, Canada’s commitment to protect at least ...
Examining the Feasibility of Implementing a Marine Mammal Oil Spill Response in Canada [graduate project].
(2015-11-23)
The coastal waters surrounding Canada are home to diverse ecosystems that provide rich feeding grounds and critical habitat for many marine species. Marine mammals face numerous anthropogenic threats to their recovery and ...
Sediment Quality Analysis and Related Management Approaches in Halifax Harbour [graduate project].
(2015-11-23)
Halifax Harbour is one of the world’s deepest harbours (AMEC Earth & Environmental, 2011). It is sheltered, spacious, and has minimal currents and tides (Robinson, Hui, Soo, & Hellou, 2009). The ice free port leaves the ...
Influential of Ignored? The Role of Fishermen in Management of the Nova Scotia Lobster Industry [graduate project].
(2015-11-23)
The Atlantic Canadian lobster industry is the highest valued fishery in Canada, with Nova Scotia landings representing more than half of the total industry value. As catches have steadily risen over the past decade, the ...
A Proposed Arctic Search and Rescue Strategy for Canada
(2011-10-18)
The Canadian Arctic has experienced a notable increase in maritime activity in recent years, driven in part by increased accessibility due to environmental changes as well as a growing northern cruise industry and hydrocarbon ...
Linking people to places: evaluating the methodology of collecting human-use data from conservation and protection officers for coastal marine protected area planning in Nova Scotia
(2011-10-21)
Nova Scotia’s coastal habitats and marine resources are vital to the province’s economy, identity, and well-being. Increasing human populations and associated pressures, however, are threatening these resources. A key ...
MAP Matters - December 2012
(2012-12)
This newsletter of the Marine Affairs Program at Dalhousie University welcomes the Masters of Marine Management class of 2012-13 and covers the welcoming reception and orientation events. Other MAP and alumni news are ...
MAP Matters - July 2011
(2011-07)
This newsletter of the Marine Affairs Program at Dalhousie University celebrates the 25th anniversary of the program. Additionally, it provides an update on the experiences of the interns who participated in the International ...
On Developing and Implementing an Effective Approach to Coastal Management in Nova Scotia. Volume 1, Issue 2
(Marine Affairs Program, 2008-05-01)