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COVID-19 Update – March 16
All ISANS offices are now officially closed. Staff are delivering services by phone and online. If you are an active client receiving individual or group service, staff will contact you…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Update – March 13
We understand that news around COVID-19 is causing concern for members of our community. While there are currently no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Nova Scotia, we have implemented the…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Update – March 11
ISANS understands that news around COVID-19 is causing concern for members of our community. While there are currently no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Nova Scotia and the risk remains…
Read MoreCelebrate African Heritage Month 2020
Each February, African Heritage Month honours the legacy of Black Canadians. The theme of this year’s African Heritage Month is “Ties that Bind: Faith, Family and Community,” which acknowledges the…
Read MoreCall for Nominations – ISANS Board of Directors
Do you want to help shape the future of Nova Scotia? Join ISANS Board of Directors today! Apply now. ISANS is a leading not-for-profit organization in Atlantic Canada. We provide…
Read MoreGerry Mills to Receive Honorary Degree from Saint Mary’s University
**News Release from Saint Mary’s University** Immigration reformer and advocate to receive honorary degree from Saint Mary’s University An immigration reformer and advocate will receive the highest honour Saint Mary’s…
Read MoreEmpowering newcomers for recreation leadership
On Thursday, September 27, community members gathered at the Halifax Central Library for the launch of Picturing Recreation – a photo exhibit, the first phase of a two-phase initiative called…
Read MoreTreaty Day & Mi’kmaq History Month
October is Mi’kmaq History Month in Nova Scotia, a time to promote public awareness about Mi’kmaq culture and heritage to all Nova Scotians. Following the United Nations decision to name…
Read MorePublic Policy Forum: Refugees stay put more than other newcomers do – but why?
Access to more settlement services, easier family reunification and safety are among the myriad reasons refugees tend to stay where they settle in the Maritimes, writes Kelly Toughill. Said Akbar…
Read MoreSixth annual Walk with Refugees brings refugee voices to the forefront
The sky was grey but the streets were yellow on Sunday afternoon as more than 250 participants marched from the Garrison Grounds to the Halifax Central Library for the sixth…
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