Bluenose Coastal Action Foundation

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About Bluenose Coastal Action Foundation

Overview

Bluenose Coastal Action Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and preserving the coastal and marine environment in the Mahone Bay area. Through a variety of programs, including Species at Risk & Biodiversity Projects, Coastal & Marine Projects, Watersheds & Water Quality Projects, and Climate Change & Education Projects, the foundation aims to promote sustainable practices, conserve natural habitats, and educate the community on environmental issues. By working on projects such as fish habitat restoration, water quality monitoring, and youth leadership programs, Bluenose Coastal Action Foundation plays a vital role in the conservation and stewardship of the local ecosystem.

Financial overview

Revenue (2025)
$2,768,004
Expenses (2025)
$2,808,843
Total assets
$1,338,426
Liabilities
$1,008,671
Year Revenue Expenses Program Admin Fundraising
2025 $2,768,004 $2,808,843 $2,431,616 $347,749 $29,477
2024 $2,831,116 $2,569,787 $2,334,317 $208,846 $26,624
2023 $2,703,520 $2,642,296 $2,433,043 $190,257 $22,946
2022 $1,716,269 $1,745,878 $1,534,446 $180,902 $30,529
2021 $1,367,654 $1,410,592 $1,163,627 $213,492 $0
2020 $1,090,140 $1,079,007 $959,566 $119,441 $0

Financial data sourced from the Canada Revenue Agency.

Revenue, expenses and assets

Revenue sources

Assets and liabilities

Spending mix by year

Leadership team

BN

Brooke Nodding

Executive Director

RM

Rodrigo Menafra

Associate Director

ML

Michelle Lavigne

Office Manager

JL

Julia LeBlanc

Environmental Education Team Lead

KM

Kelly Mackarous

Coastal & Marine Team Lead

TW

Taylor Wilson

Species at Risk & Biodiversity Team Lead

MM

Matthew Molyneux

Watersheds & Water Quality Team Lead

JV

Jordan Veinot

Climate Change Team Lead

ZM

Zora McGinnis

Coastal & Marine Project Coordinator

AR

Amy Russell

Species at Risk & Biodiversity Project Coordinator

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