Island Nature Trust new ED
Melissa Cameron appointed
Island Nature Trust (INT) has appointed Melissa Cameron as its new Executive Director. Melissa brings a deep understanding of INT, having served as acting executive director over the past five months and through her previous role as manager of philanthropy.
Cameron has developed key relationships with donors and volunteers of the Trust and important supporters and stakeholders across the country. She is passionate about INT’s work in protecting PEI’s varied and vulnerable ecosystems and engaging in outreach and education around these issues.
As executive director, Cameron will play a crucial role in advancing INT’s strategic vision. From its current position as the third largest landowner in the province, the Trust aims to acquire and steward ecologically important land ensuring that future generations can enjoy and benefit from PEI’s rich natural landscapes.
Cameron expressed her gratitude for her new role, stating, “I am honored to work at Island Nature Trust and to lead a dedicated team of staff and volunteers. Together, we will continue to protect and conserve the natural legacy that makes Prince Edward Island unique. I am excited to contribute to the Trust’s mission and to honour the organization’s rich history.”
INT, celebrating its 45th anniversary, has a long history of success in land conservation, having protected 11,538 acres of land since its founding in 1979. Sustained by the generosity of Islanders who make a difference by directly supporting conservation efforts through donations and volunteer work, the Trust looks forward to furthering its efforts in Natural Area acquisition and stewardship, continuing to lead species-at-risk work on PEI, and fostering a deeper connection between people and nature.