Whale sanctuary in Nova Scotia holds groundbreaking ceremony despite setbacks (opens original article in a new tab)

A whale sanctuary project in Nova Scotia held a groundbreaking ceremony despite delays, opposition, and unresolved funding and regulatory issues.

• Non-profit group holds groundbreaking ceremony for whale sanctuary in Nova Scotia
• Project faces delays and opposition from local residents and environmental concerns
• Sanctuary aims to provide refuge for whales from marine parks but has not yet rescued any animals
• Project requires federal permits and funding to proceed with construction