WWF Opens Halifax Office to Promote Marine Conservation in Atlantic Canada

“With the opening of our Atlantic Canada regional office in Halifax, WWF is making a commitment to represent the interests of all Canadians who care deeply and passionately about the protection of our coastal maritime areas,” said Hyde. “Too often we neglect the fact that what is happening, environmentally, beneath the ocean surface is every bit as significant as what occurs on the land.”

“We are very proud of the fact that WWF is recognized internationally for protecting endangered spaces across Canada. We intend to carve the same reputation for saving endangered marine areas by working with communities and with people who earn their livelihood from the ocean,” he said.

Since its inception in 1967 WWF – Canada national headquarters have been based in Toronto. More recently, offices were added in Montreal, Yellowknife and Iqaluit. With the establishment of its ten-year Marine Program in 2000, the organization has opened regional offices on Canada’s Pacific and Atlantic coasts in order to encourage programs aimed at preserving the country’s ocean and marine areas. An office in Prince Rupert, B.C. was opened earlier this year.

Dr Robert Rangeley, WWF’s marine program director for the Atlantic region, will represent the organization in Halifax. A former research biologist with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Rangeley’s career has also included teaching positions at universities in Canada. He holds a PhD from McGill University in Montreal.

“WWF is indeed fortunate to have attracted a person of Bob’s background and qualifications. A strong scientific foundation will carry us a long way in our goal of helping to protect our east coast marine heritage,” said Sobey.

WWF’s office in Halifax is located at 5251 Duke Street, Suite 1202, (Duke Tower) Halifax.