ISANS is looking for our next leader
In June, ISANS Chief Executive Officer, Jennifer Watts, announced her plan to retire next year after more than five years of exceptional leadership. She has been a true beacon for…
ISANS and EfficiencyOne Announce Partnership Agreement
We are happy to announce a new Strategic Partnership Agreement with EfficiencyOne (E1), designed to increase engagement among the province’s immigrant communities with energy-efficiency opportunities. The agreement will see two…
Meet Our New Board Members
We’re pleased to introduce to you the newest members of ISANS’ Board of Directors, Agnes Lomoro, Tashi Yangtso, and Stefan Leslie! ISANS’ Board of Directors are an important part of…
Meet the Pride 2023 Artist in Residence
We are excited to announce our Pride 🌈 Artist in Residence Excel Garay. Excel has been working on a large-scale painting for ISANS Mumford office. You can view the painting…
Welcoming All: The Role of LGBTQ+ Advocates and Allies in Nova Scotia’s Immigration Journey
In Nova Scotia, the journey for LGBTQIA+ immigration rights is driven by the relentless efforts of local advocates and allies. Their collective dedication to creating a more inclusive and compassionate…
Celebrating Pride Month: Resources to Support and Foster Inclusive Communities for 2SLGBTQIA+ Individuals and Immigrants
Each year, 2SLGBTQIA+ communities worldwide celebrate Pride Month. In the United States and some cities in Canada, Pride month is typically in June – a tradition that began as a…
Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) Orientation Sessions
ISANS is hosting two orientation sessions about our Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) program to provide an in-depth understanding of the recent updates and enhancements made to the program. We…
ISANS Award Winner, 2023
Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) has named the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth as the recipient of the 2023 ISANS Award. “ISANS, as a settlement agency with over 40…
