Ecological Land Classification (ELC) – 2007 (Historical)

For most recent Ecological Land Classification data, see: https://data.novascotia.ca/d/q6zd-39t3 The Ecological Land Classification (ELC) for Nova Scotia provides a hierarchical mapping of the province's forest ecosystems into ecosections, ecodistricts and ecoregions. It includes interpretation of the dominant natural disturbance regimes and potential climax forests at the ecosection level.

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Last Updated April 17, 2026, 19:31 (UTC)
Created April 17, 2026, 19:31 (UTC)
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