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March 24, 2025 (KJIPUKTUK/ Halifax) – Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded funding through the Mental Health and Addictions Community…

Leah Siwajibu’s story is proof of the resilience and determination of refugee mothers. After arriving in Canada from Malawi in October 2023 with her six children, Leah faced numerous challenges,…

Matliuba Yusupova arrived in Canada as a refugee from Ukraine in December 2023, determined to rebuild her life. Drawing on her background in psychology and community support, she now uses…

Elizabeth Obeng Nkrumah’s journey is indeed a story of empowerment and resilience. As a Registered Nurse with Nova Scotia Health, holder of a master’s degree from Dalhousie University, and President…

Carmen Celina Moncayo, a dedicated advocate for marginalized communities and promoter of empowering support programs, currently Supervisor for specialised settlement programs at ISANS. Her journey from Colombia to Canada in 1999…

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…

Prah Deedar As Nova Scotia continues to welcome newcomers, a reality persists: many immigrants often face significant health equity challenges. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted these inequities, showing how systemic…

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…