Ecological Consulting for Healthier Shorelines, Landscapes,
& Communities
Helping Nature Heal Inc. is an Atlantic Canadian ecological consultancy and education company based in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia. We specialize in shoreline restoration, native plant systems, erosion mitigation, ecological design, and climate-adaptive landscapes that help communities build stronger relationships with the land itself.
About Us
Science-informed. Field-tested. Rooted in Atlantic Canadian landscapes.
Nature-Based Strategies Rooted in Atlantic Canadian Landscapes
Helping Nature Heal Inc. works with municipalities, organizations, landowners, coastal property owners, and communities to restore ecological function through science-informed consulting, participatory education, and long-term stewardship.
Founded by Rosmarie Lohnes, an Environmental Professional with over 25 years of field experience, our work combines scientific observation, hands-on ecological knowledge, native plant systems, shoreline stabilization strategies, and practical restoration guidance shaped by the realities of Atlantic Canadian landscapes.
Our Mission
Top Employer
At Helping Nature Heal Inc., their expert landscape designers and crew work with nature to create beautiful, ecological outdoor spaces that connect people to the land and environment around them. Their unique approach blends ecosystem science, landscape design, ecological restoration, biodynamics, permaculture, eco-forestry and horticulture therapy to create sustainable landscapes that are customized to each client. Helping Nature Heal Inc. also provides a variety of educational services such as workshops, courses, presentations, and mentorships in order to share their knowledge and help make Nova Scotia a more sustainable place to live.
Property Lines Are Legal Boundaries, Not Hydrological Ones
Water, soil, roots, shorelines, wildlife, and plant communities do not stop at property lines. Every site is part of a larger living system.
That belief shapes how we work. We look beyond the surface of a landscape to understand water movement, erosion processes, soil health, native vegetation, biodiversity, and the surrounding ecological context before recommending strategies.
Ready to Understand and Restore Your Landscape?
Whether you are dealing with shoreline erosion, planning a restoration project, exploring native plant systems, or looking for ecological education for your community, Helping Nature Heal Inc. can help you take the next step.
25+ Years Ecological restoration experience+
Science-informed consulting, education, and monitoring for healthier shorelines and landscapes.
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Ecological consulting, shoreline restoration, native plant systems, and climate-adaptive landscape education based in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia. We help landowners, communities, municipalities, and organizations build healthier relationships with the living systems around them.
Contact
Address
671 LaHave St
Bridgewater, NS B4V 3T4
Phone
902-543-7416
Business Hours
Monday to Thursday
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
