Build your future here with ISANS

Last year, ISANS worked with over 10,000 clients to build a future in Nova Scotia. At ISANS, we help you find your pathway to possibility.

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Bringing farmers together

The ACORN Conference connected new Canadians who were farmers with the local organic farming community.

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Enas Jawad creates awareness through art

Artist and business-owner Enas Jawad was a featured artist at Halifax City Hall on International Women’s Day.

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Another successful SupperNOVA

A photo and video recap of the SupperNOVA community potluck on March 10.

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Ghada Gabr works with province to continue pharmacy’s diversity

Get to know pharmacy owner Ghada Gabr, who works with ISANS to help internationally-trained pharmacists prepare to work in Canada.

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Hockey program introduces Syrian children to Canada’s game

About 30 recent immigrants ages 5 to 13 took their first hockey lessons in Halifax.

Changes to Immigration Loans Program

Adjustments to Canada’s Immigration Loans Program include reduced interest and a delayed repayment period.

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Jennifer Watts to be ISANS new Chief Executive Officer

On behalf of the ISANS’ Board of Directors, I am pleased to announce that after an extensive process led by a Board Governance Committee, Jennifer Watts will assume the role…

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Apply now: Youth photography workshop

Youth with refugee experience can apply to explore social justice through photography. Participants will receive professional training and funding.

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Tareq Hadhad on building a successful business in Canada as a refugee

Tareq Hadhad, 26, talks to the Globe and Mail about founding Peace by Chocolate and building a successful business as a refugee.

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Business Voice: Apparent in Foresight

Why Halifax is the Next Singapore: Business strategist Lokapriya Jena identifies critical factors in putting Halifax on the map.