Posts by Yasser Alvi
Empowering change: Elizabeth Obeng Nkrumah’s journey from Ghana to healthcare leadership in Nova Scotia”
Elizabeth Obeng Nkrumah’s journey is indeed a story of empowerment and resilience that exemplifies the theme of the African Heritage Month, “Legacy in Action: Celebrating Black Brilliance.” As a Registered…
Read MoreCrafting a new home: How Aalaa ‘built’ his dream
Aalaa Khalifa’s journey from a newcomer to a successful carpenter in Canada is a testament to the power of determination and community support. When he arrived three years ago, Aalaa…
Read MoreSpicekit the right recipe for success
Harjeet Singh and his wife, Darshpreet Kaur, came to Canada with the goal of starting their own business. Within months of arrival, they had a growing catering business with $8,000…
Read MoreEmpowering newcomers: ISANS opens innovative Youth and Family Centre
Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) has launched its new Youth and Family Centre, a transformative initiative aimed at supporting and empowering newcomer and refugee youth and families. The…
Read MoreWe all belong to one race, that is the “Human race”- Colleen’s contributions for inclusive communities
Colleen Belle, Coordinator of the Welcoming Communities’ program at ISANS since 2020 (and formerly the Facilitator of the ‘Workplace Culture’ program since 2019), has dedicated her career to fostering inclusivity…
Read MoreDivert NS and ISANS launch second round of micro-grants for immigrant entrepreneurs
Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) is excited to announce the opening of the second round of applications for its Micro Grant program in partnership with Divert NS. This…
Read MoreSupporting immigrant men’s mental health: a crucial focus
Men’s mental health, particularly for immigrants, is an area of significant concern that deserves ongoing attention. Newcomers often face unique challenges such as cultural adjustment, social isolation, and economic stressors,…
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