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Johnson GEOCENTRE

Year: Founded 2002
Status: Incorporated Not for Profit and Registered Charity

The Johnson GEO CENTRE is a geological interpretation centre located on Signal Hill in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It is a not-for-profit organization, and a registered charity.  The GEO CENTRE’s mission is to educate and inform the public on the importance of Newfoundland and Labrador’s geology, and to foster curiosity in science and the world around them.

Open since 2002, the GEO CENTRE houses exhibit galleries related to our planet and our provincial geology, oil and gas exploration, natural resources, space exploration, and the Titanic disaster. Features also include an educational area for children aged 7 and under, periodic hosting of travelling exhibits, a gift shop, and a seasonal café. The building offers interpretation through public presentations, and hands-on curriculum-based programming for school groups.

Geographical Scope of Mission: International

Region in which this organization has an ongoing, strong presence:
Avalon, NE Avalon

Mailing & Street Address:
175 Signal Hill Road
St. John’s, NL
A1A 1B2

Telephone Numbers:     709-737-7880 & 709-737-7888
Fax Number:                    709-737-7885
Email:                                 info@geocentre.ca
Website:                             https://www.geocentre.ca/
Other URLS:                       Facebook

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Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society Newfoundland and Labrador (CPAWS-NL)

Year Founded:    2003
Status:   Incorporated Not for Profit & Registered Charity

At CPAWS NL our mission is to promote the systematic establishment of new terrestrial and marine protected areas and to foster effective management of existing protected areas in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Geographical Scope of Mission:
Provincial

Regions in which this organization has an ongoing, strong presence:
Western, Avalon, NE Avalon

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 8732
St. John’s, NL
A1B 3T1

Street Address:
172 Military Rd, Suite 301C

Telephone Number:         709-726-5800

Email:                                  nlcoordinator@cpaws.org
Website:                             www.cpawsnl.org
Other URLs:                       www.facebook.com/cpawsnl/

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Coalition for Alternatives to Pesticides – Newfoundland and Labrador (CAP-NL)

Year Founded:    2009
Status:   Non-Incorporated Group

CAP-NL is a provincial coalition of health and environmental organizations and citizens. Their mandate is to defend basic rights to health and environmental quality and to eliminate the use of toxic substances such as pesticides and replace them with ecologically sound alternatives. The Coalition for Alternatives to Pesticides-NL has been advocating for changes in pesticide legislation, for a ban on non-essential pesticides that are shown to be harmful to people and the environment, and for a “white” list of safe acceptable products and for protective legislation comparable to that in Nova Scotia and Ontario.

Geographical Scope of Mission:   Provincial

Regions in which this organization has an ongoing, strong presence:
Labrador, Western, Central, Eastern, Avalon, NE Avalon

Email:                  pesticidealternatives@gmail.com

Website:              https://pesticidealternativesnl.wordpress.com/

Other URLs:        Facebook

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Conservation Corps Newfoundland and Labrador (CCNL)

Year Founded:    1993
Status:   Incorporated Not for Profit & Registered Charity

Mandate: Conservation Corps Newfoundland and Labrador is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to provide youth with training and employment in environmental/cultural heritage conservation.

Goals: To work with communities/partners to enhance, restore and sustainably develop the natural and cultural resources of the province. To help young people gain leadership, teamwork and employment skills. To develop and promote a strong conservation ethic in Newfoundland and Labrador.

CCNL was created in 1992 by the Economic Recovery Commission to increase quality employment, training and career-development opportunities for youth and community partners within the province in the areas of environmental/cultural enhancement. CCNL was incorporated in 1993 as a not-for-profit agency governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and is a provincial community based organization that works to facilitate a strong environmental ethic and create partnerships and capacity in communities across the province to address environmental and cultural issues.

Focusing on environmental and cultural projects and resources has allowed CCNL to provide strong employment training as well as a stronger connection for young people to their communities, encouraging youth to be more active in the development and conservation of the local environment and cultural resources. The basis of CCNL programs has been partnerships with community based organizations and focusing its efforts on reaching rural and remote communities. CCNL have used direct employment programs, such as the Internship and Green Team Programs, and general public education and outreach initiatives to educate a wide audience on environmental issues.

In 2002, the Climate Change Education Centre (CCEC) was added, reaching out to thousands of young people in schools and youth organizations across the province educating on local impacts of climate change and encouraging youth to take to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions each day.

Geographical Scope of Mission:   Provincial

Regions in which this organization has an ongoing, strong presence:
Labrador, Western, Central, Eastern, Avalon, NE Avalon

Mailing & Street Address:
Suite 103 – 10 Austin Street
St. John’s, NL
A1B 4C2

Telephone Number:         709-729-7265
Secondary Phone:             709-729-7279
Fax:                                        709-729-7270

Email:                  contactus@ccnl.ca
Website:              www.ccnl.ca
Other URLs:       Facebook
                               Youtube
@ConservationCorpsNL
@CorpsNL

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Memorial University of Newfoundland Botanical Garden (MUNBG)

AKA: Memorial University Botanical Garden, Oxen Pond Botanic Park
Year Founded:    1971
Status:   Non-Incorporated Group

Memorial University of Newfoundland Botanical Garden is a place to explore and play. Visit our cultivated gardens and meandering trails nestled in our boreal forest. Discover beautiful displays of traditional and native plants, perennial and vegetable gardens, and a few surprises. Stop to feed the ducks in our pond then pause in the café for coffee or lunch. A gardener’s paradise, a place to inspire, come step into nature.

Geographical Scope of Mission:   Provincial

Regions in which this organization has an ongoing, strong presence:
Avalon, NE Avalon

Mailing Address:               MUN Botanical Garden
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St. John’s, NL A1N 5S7

Street Address:   306 Mount Scio Road

Telephone Number:        709-864-8590
Fax:                                      709-737-8596
Email:                                  Garden@mun.ca
Website:                             www.mun.ca/botgarden/
Other URLs:                      Facebook
Twitter
Instagram: @mun_botanical_garden
YouTube
Flickr

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Nature Conservancy of Canada – NL (NCC-NL)

Year Founded:    1962
Status:   Incorporated Not for Profit & Registered Charity

The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) protects areas of natural diversity for their intrinsic value and for the benefit of our children and those after them.  The Nature Conservancy of Canada will lead, innovate and use creativity in the conservation of Canada’s natural heritage.  We will secure important natural areas through their purchase, donation or other mechanisms, and then manage these properties for the long term.

Geographical Scope of Mission:   National

Regions in which this organization has an ongoing, strong presence:
Labrador, Western, Avalon

Mailing & Street Address:
136 Crosbie Road, Suite 103
St. John’s, NL
A1B 3K3

Telephone Number:        709-753-5540
Fax:                                      709-753-5561
Email:                                  atlantic@natureconservancy.ca
Website:      www.natureconservancy.ca/en/where-we-work/newfoundland-and-labrador/
Other URLs:                       Facebook     Twitter

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Newfoundland and Labrador Environment Network (NLEN)

Year Founded:    1996
Status:   Incorporated Not for Profit & Registered Charity

The Newfoundland and Labrador Environment Network (NLEN) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization whose purpose is to carry out environmental education on issues such as sustainable development, biodiversity conservation, and climate change.

Geographical Scope of Mission:   Provincial

Regions in which this organization has an ongoing, strong presence:
NE Avalon

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 5125, Stn C
St. John’s, NL
A1C 5V5

Email:                   nlen.ed@gmail.com
Website:              https://nlenvironmentnetwork.org/
Other URLs:        Facebook

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Petty Harbour Mini Aquarium

Year Founded:    2013
Status:   Incorporated Not for Profit & Registered Charity

The Petty Harbour Mini Aquarium is a completely catch-and-release aquarium, operating from June to October. Touch tanks and exhibits showcase local marine life in an 800-square foot facility within a retired fish processing plant. The mission of the Mini Aquarium is to foster curiosity about local marine life and inspire action toward personal and global sustainability through display, interpretation and direct action.

Geographical Scope of Mission:   Provincial

Regions in which this organization has an ongoing, strong presence:
Avalon, NE Avalon

Street Address:
35 A Southside Road
Petty Harbour, NL
A0A 3H0

Telephone Number:         709-330-3474
Email:                                  info@miniaqua.org
Website:                             www.miniaqua.org
Other URLs:                       Facebook

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Ducks Unlimited Canada – NL (DUC-NL)

Status:   Incorporated Not for Profit and Registered Charity

Ducks Unlimited Canada is registered charity whose mission is to conserve, manage and restore wetlands and other important habitat for the benefit of North America’s waterfowl, other wildlife and people. Through collaboration and partnerships with other groups, volunteers, industry and various levels of government, DUC engages in habitat conservation, scientific research and public policy initiatives as well as community outreach and environmental education programs.

Regions in which this organization has an ongoing, strong presence:
Labrador, Western, Central, Eastern, Avalon, NE Avalon

Mailing & Street Address:
47 Della Drive
St. John’s, NL
A1S 1B7

Telephone Number:         1-866-903-8257
Email:                                 du_newfoundland@ducks.ca
Website:                             ducks.ca

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Manuels River Natural Heritage Society Inc (MRNHS)

AKA: Manuels River or Manuels River Hibernia Interpretation Centre

Year Founded:    1989
Status:   Incorporated Not for Profit & Registered Charity

Visit us to learn about one of the finest trilobite fossil sites in North America and the global significance of the Manuels River Formation. Open year round, we feature geology and nature guided tours, geocaching, bird watching, campfire singalongs, gift store, café and more! Rainy day activities include interactive exhibits, daily movie showings, and special programs. Our extensive trail system provides access to the Provincial T’Railway. Come share in the Manuels River experience!

Geographical Scope of Mission:   Local

Regions in which this organization has an ongoing, strong presence:
Avalon

Mailing & Street Address:
7 Conception Bay Hwy
Conception Bay South, NL
A1W 3A2

Telephone Number:        709-834-2099
Fax:                                      709-834-2476
Email:                                  info@manuelsriver.com
Website:                             www.manuelsriver.com
Other URLs:                       Facebook