Connect with Community
Elena Zarzhitsky – Learn to Camp testimonial
Nova Scotia is known for many things, but especially its natural beauty, with winding forest trails, coastline views, and many breathtaking waterfalls and rivers. ISANS’ Community Connections program has…
Read MoreNational Indigenous Peoples Day
Today, on June 21st, we commemorate National Indigenous Peoples Day, a momentous occasion dedicated to recognizing and honoring the profound history, cultural heritage, unwavering resilience, and remarkable diversity of the…
Read MoreNational Volunteer Week: How Volunteering Weaves Us Together
What is National Volunteer Week and What is its Significance? Celebrated since 1974, National Volunteer Week (April 16-22, 2023) is an annual event to recognize and appreciate volunteers for their…
Read MoreWanderers New Canadians Night
Halifax’s professional soccer team, the HFX Wanderers, held its first annual New Canadians Night on June 30, 2022. It was a warm and sunny evening, and hundreds of newcomers and…
Read MoreVolunteer at ISANS
Learn about the volunteer roles that are available at ISANS. Gain skills and make connections with a wide range of opportunities as you work towards building a future here in…
Read MoreGrowing Strong Neighbourhoods (Community Gardens)
Community Building through Gardening
Read MoreVolunteering in the Community
Our Volunteering in the Community program helps government-assisted refugee (GARs) families to volunteer.
Read MoreCommunity Connections
Community Connections is a program designed to help you settle into the community through different activities and supports.
Read MoreYouth Explore!
ISANS’ Youth Explore! program helps youth like you meet others, learn about Canadian culture, and find support as you plan for your future. Youth Explore! will give you an encouraging,…
Read MoreConversation Circles
ISANS’ Conversation Circles begins with our facilitator. Our program facilitator is someone you can talk, share, and learn with. Most facilitators are not professional teachers; they get basic training and…
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