Best Activist Organization

Concerned about the environment and want to do something about it? Don’t be shy, the Ecology Action Centre’s waiting for you. “If people want to volunteer with us they can come right in,” said Mark Butler, the centre’s internal director. The centre doesn’t limit its work to one issue. In the past year, it has tackled everything from ATVs to HRM’s regional plan. Around since 1971, it now has a staff of 15 and close to 150 volunteers. 1568 Argyle, 429-2202

1st runner-up: Food Not Bombs

2nd runner-up: PETA