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Rising water risks in Nova Scotia spark province‑wide collaboration at ÆÞÓÑ symposium

Rising water risks in Nova Scotia spark province‑wide collaboration at ÆÞÓÑ symposium

Building on ÆÞÓÑ’s Engagement Days, a recent symposium at Dal convened municipal leaders and researchers to address climate, infrastructure and planning pressures shaping water management across Nova Scotia communities.  Read more.

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