Build your future here with ISANS

Last year, ISANS worked with over 17,000 clients to build a future in Nova Scotia. At ISANS, we help you find your pathway to possibility.

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Leading the Way: Multi-Stakeholder Work Groups

A collaborative model for making systemic change in regulated occupations

To work in a regulated occupation requires a particular certification or licensure. Skilled immigrants understand the importance of high standards of practice, but they need fair and realistic opportunities to have their qualifications assessed and recognized so they can work in their fields…

ISANS Stands with Our Community

ISANS shares the deep concerns being expressed all over the world about anti-black racism. We stand with those impacted by all forms of racism in saying that it cannot and will…

COVID-19 Website Update

We Are Here To Support You!

Our programs and services continue to be available over the phone and online. Connect with your program coordinator to find out what programs and services are being offered and how…

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Domestic Violence Resources

Are you or someone you know a victim of domestic violence? Emergency contacts: Police: 911 Halifax Regional Police Victim Services: 902-490-5300 (Interpretation available) Transition House Association of Nova Scotia: 902-429-7287…

Collaboration and Growth During COVID-19: The Care for Newcomer Children Program’s Journey

In a time of social distancing, ISANS’ Care for Newcomer Children (CNC) Program has embarked on a journey of collaboration, innovation, flexibility, and growth. CNC is a program that has…

Statement from ISANS on the Shooting in Rural Nova Scotia

Today, ISANS mourns with the families of the victims who lost their lives in the terrible violent tragedy that took place Saturday evening and Sunday morning across parts of rural…

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Applauding Our Volunteers

April 19 – 25 is National Volunteer Week and we want to applaud our volunteers! Dedicated, passionate, generous, helpful. These are only a handful of words to describe the people…

COVID-19 Website Update

COVID-19 Update – All ISANS Offices Closed Until Further Notice

Updated April 1 All ISANS offices are closed. Staff are delivering services by phone and online. We are following the COVID-19 situation. We will announce the plan and timing for…

COVID-19 Website Update

COVID-19 Update: All ISANS Offices Closed until April 6th

Updated March 22 Important Update from ISANS on COVID-19 from the Province of Nova Scotia. There is a state of emergency in Nova Scotia, giving the province special legal powers.…

COVID-19 Website Update

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…