Syrian refugee giving back with the ‘gift of life’ in Halifax
More than 60 Syrian newcomers will donate blood during a special donation event in Halifax.
Halifax Magazine feature: Making Nova Scotia better for newcomers
Halifax Magazine talks to immigration lawyer Lee Cohen about why tea and cake are important for attracting more people to the province. Also ISANS staff Aseel Ali talks about creating a welcoming community for newcomers…
Nova Scotia Coalition on Community Interpreting recognized by the Legislature
The work of the Nova Scotia Coalition on Community Interpreting, lead by ISANS staff Merek Jagielski, has been recognized by the Nova Scotia Legislature. Rafah DiCostanzo, MLA for Clayton Park…
A Nova Scotia welcome
Recent immigrants visited Memory Lane Heritage Village for an unforgettable experience at the Nova Scotia Forest Festival.
Refugee Rights Day: April 4
A day to celebrate the progress made in protecting and welcoming refugees.
NSCC Akerley Campus and Make Way: Enhancing partnerships
NSCC is partnering with organizations including ISANS to support student success and reduce barriers to education for former refugees.
Celebration for Gerry Mills
Today we celebrated Gerry Mills, our outgoing Executive Director, and thanked her for thirty years of service working with immigrants to Nova Scotia. Gerry’s vision, dedication, and commitment to collaboration…
Conference addresses domestic violence among immigrant women
Halifax recently hosted Canada’s largest-ever conference on domestic violence.
