Browsing Marine Affairs Program, Graduate Projects by Subject "coastal zone management"
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Engaging stakeholders in marine conservation planning: Recommendations for moving forward with a bioregional marine protected area network on the Scotian Shelf
(2011-10-19)It is widely recognized that engaging stakeholders in marine protected area (MPA) network planning is critical for ensuring the long-term success of this conservation tool. Participatory decision-making leads to smoother ... -
Environmental function analysis as a beach management tool: The Eastern shore of Nova Scotia Canada
(2011-10-19)Globally, sandy beaches are in a state of accelerated erosion and degradation due to various anthropogenic and natural stressors imposed on these complex coastal systems. In Nova Scotia, protection of sandy beaches has ... -
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 ... -
Nonpoint source pollution and diadromous fish restoration: An analysis of coastal watershed management strategies and their effectiveness
(2011-11-15)Human development has had damaging effects on coastal watersheds and estuarine environments worldwide. This paper considers the impacts of nonpoint source pollution (NPS) on these environments. Urbanization and agricultural ... -
Opportunities to improve and integrate coastal water quality monitoring in Nova Scotia
(2011-11-01)Coastal water quality (CWQ) has been identified as a priority issue in the development of a Sustainable Coastal Development Strategy for Nova Scotia. While a host of different monitoring programs currently contribute to ... -
A review of the planned shipping activity for the Baffinland Mary River Project: assessing the hazards to marine mammals and migratory birds, and identifying gaps in proposed mitigation measures
(2011-11-16)Exploration for minerals, oil, and natural gas, as well as their exploitation and transportation, is heavily reliant on marine transportation. Global demand for these natural resources, as well as a rise in Arctic warming ...