Our Hearts go out to Everyone Affected by the Wildfire
As we continue to see the impacts of the forest fires on our community, our hearts go out to all those impacted directly by the fire and who have been evacuated from their homes. For all those directly affected, please know that the ISANS community is thinking about you. For those of us not…
Where do I get the Welcomed in Halifax card?
Where do I get the Welcomed in Halifax card? The Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) will provide the Welcomed in Halifax card to all private sponsored and government assisted refugees and you must contact ISANS to collect the card. The Halifax Refugee Clinic can work with asylum seekers to receive a WIH card. Ukrainian nationals under CUAET…
PRIDE 2023 mural project – Call for Artist
ISANS is seeking an artist from the LGBTQIA+ community to participate in our artist in residence program for PRIDE 2023. The residency will start immediately upon selection, and we’re looking for an artist to create a painting/mural for our Mumford office location by August 2023. ISANS’ vision is to create a community where all…
Celebrating Asian Entrepreneurs: Tuson Nguyen
To honour Asian Heritage Month 2023, we’ve had the privilege to hear stories from our Asian entrepreneur clients about their journey of settling in and running businesses in Nova Scotia. Tuson owns and operates Vietnam Canada Trade and Investment Promotion Inc. (VCATIP) with two very innovative and distinct business models. Read below to hear…
Asian Heritage Month: Breaking Stereotypes and Understanding Misrepresentations in the Media
What is Asian Heritage Month, and Why is it Important to Recognize? Did you know that about 17.7% of the Canadian population is made up of Asians? According to Statistics Canada’s 2016 census, Asian people represent 3.8% of our community here in Nova Scotia. Immigrants of Asian descent come from many different regions such as…
Celebrating Asian Entrepreneurs: Will Yang
To commemorate Asian Heritage Month 2023, we had the pleasure of hearing stories from our Asian clients, who are also entrepreneurs, about the experience of settling down and operating businesses in Nova Scotia. Halitube is a multi-media marketing and events hub that connects newcomers and marginalized communities to help them integrate into the culture and…
Eid Al-Fitr Celebrations Across the Globe: From Bangladesh to Iceland
Eid al-Fitr, also known as the “Festival of Breaking the Fast,” is a significant event in the Islamic calendar that marks the end of Ramadan. During Ramadan, Muslims worldwide fast from sunrise to sunset, making Eid al-Fitr a time for feasting, gift-giving, family, community, and reflection. Although the holiday is celebrated similarly in many…
National 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 contributions to the community. It is a time to celebrate the impact of volunteerism and encourage everyone to make a difference in their local communities.…
Supporting Colleagues During Ramadan
The Islamic month of Ramadan is considered the most sacred month in the Islamic calendar and is observed by billions of Muslims worldwide. Each year the month begins depending on the sighting of the new crescent moon. For Halifax, the first Suhoor (the last meal before dawn) started in the early morning of March 23rd.…
Sign up for the Immigrant Youth Employability Project!
If you are an immigrant youth between the ages of 15 and 30, you can join the Immigrant Youth Employability Project to explore career options, gain local work experience, and understand Canadian workplace culture! This project will help you: Explore your career options Increase your confidence in your skills and abilities Show employers your skills…
