Building our future together

Programs & Services

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About ISANS

ISANS is a non-profit organization empowering immigrants and refugees to build their futures in Nova Scotia. With over 45 years of experience, we support more than 17,500 newcomers from 180+ countries each year as Atlantic Canada’s leading settlement agency.

We offer a wide range of services, including language servicessettlement support for families and childrenemployment programsbusiness developmentcommunity integration, and pre-arrival services, delivered in person and online in English, French, and 24+ other languages.

ISANS is also committed to supporting Canada’s Francophone Integration Pathway and champions diversity, accessibility, and support for equity-deserving communities.

Latest News

Why mochi donuts are so popular

Ivy, a client of the Immigrant Women Entrepreneurship Network (IWEN) program, joined CTV Morning Live...

More newcomers launching business in Halifax

Global News highlights a growing trend of newcomer entrepreneurs in Halifax. The story showcases ISANS’...

Recognizing the value of foreign talent

Both employers and newcomers have a role to play in improving credential recognition in Atlantic...

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ISANS Immigrant Entrepreneurship Awards

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ISANS 2025 AGM - 'Belong'

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ISANS 2025 AGM - 'Grow'

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Volunteer

By helping serve, mentor or connect newcomers to the community, you can help build a community where all can belong and grow.

Donate

Your donation helps support the organization’s day-to-day operations as we help build a future for immigrants in Nova Scotia.