Build your future here with ISANS

Last year, ISANS worked with over 15,000 immigrants to build a future in Nova Scotia. We're here to help you find your pathway to possibility.

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About ISANS

ISANS is a non-profit organization that provides settlement and integration services to immigrants who are in or are destined for communities across Nova Scotia. By offering comprehensive programs and supports, as well as a dedicated and caring team, we help immigrants build a promising future here.

As the front door to many of Nova Scotia’s immigrants, our goal is to create a community where all can belong and grow, in turn building a stronger Nova Scotia and Canada for all.

Pre-Arrival and New Immigrants

Have you just arrived in Nova Scotia, or are you preparing to arrive? Become an ISANS client to gain the skills and practical advice you need to build a future here. Start your pathway to possibility today.

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ISANS Clients

You already know how outstanding ISANS programs and services are. Take a look at the latest ISANS has to offer so you can create new skills, memories, and connections on your settlement journey.

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Employers

Are you busy building your business, but can’t find the talent you need to sustain your growth? Look no further than ISANS supports for employers to help attract and retain immigrant talent.

Employer Supports

Latest Updates From ISANS

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Deadline for the Public Policy on the Age of Dependants

January 17, 2018
Do you know an affected family? Reminder! The deadline for adding a child according to...
Scenes like this became familiar in Nova Scotia in 2016. Here, the Beechville-Lakeside-Timerberlea refugee sponsorship group welcome the Ali family after a long journey from Syria. (Elizabeth Chiu/CBC)

4,000 new immigrants called Nova Scotia home in 2017

January 4, 2018
Scenes like this became familiar in Nova Scotia in 2016. Here,...
For refugee youth new to Canada, pursuing soccer dreams on Canadian soil is an opportunity that one Nova Scotia club is helping make possible. Alexa MacLean/Global

Soccer knows no language: Refugee children welcomed into Nova Scotia soccer community

January 1, 2018
By Alexa MacLean, Global News, December 22, 2017. The first time they kicked a soccer...
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You are curious at heart and like to see the full picture. Explore the complete list of ISANS programs and services to see everything we have to offer to help you build a future in Nova Scotia.

 

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Impact Stories

Every year, our programs and services impact the lives of thousands of immigrants to Nova Scotia. Read some of their stories here.

Our Impact
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