Anyone planning to go whale-watching in Nova Scotia will want to know the best time of year to see whales in the region. This will in turn depend on the…

When is a Whale not a Whale? It is a common belief that whales, dolphins and porpoises are three different species of ocean-dwelling mammals. In fact, it is both simpler…

Whale standings are not uncommon, sadly. Every so often a rescue attempt hits the headlines and becomes news world-wide. But how exactly are whales rescued? How Whales are Rescued If…

Pronounced meeg maw, the Mi’kmaq are the founding people of the Atlantic Provinces of Canada, of which Nova Scotia is one. Origins It is suggested by many prehistorians that, in…

Few people can be unaffected by the sight of whales stranded (beached) on the shore or in shallow water, unable to return to the deeper sea. The plight of a…

The Rise and Rise of Whale watching Since the mid 1950s, whale watching has steadily developed in popularity. From small beginnings, there are now over thirteen million people a year…