ISANS Stories of Impact

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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Susan Cakmak: The Joys of Being an EAL Tutor Volunteer

As a volunteer tutor at ISANS, Susan Cakmak has taught nearly 100 people. And through…

Abdul: Giving Back

ISANS serves over 10,000 clients every year. Some clients are with us for a month,…

Mervat Harb: Learning a new Language

Mervat Harb and her family came to Nova Scotia seven years ago. She was 16…

Michael Campbell: Bringing Diversity to Dalhousie University

Over the past 12 years, Dalhousie University’s Custodial Services has seen a significant increase in…

Gutu’s Story

Lurinda Swanepoel: Business on the Brain

There is much to be gained by moving to a new country, but at the…

Addisu Bayisa: Still Learning

Addisu Bayisa is an excellent example that you are never too old to be a…

Ruth Nkemjika Onyeajam: A passion for healthcare

After taking part in ISANS’s Bridge to Work: Long-Term Care Aide pilot program, Ruth is…

Helping to build a welcoming and inclusive province: Roshanak Sadeghi-Zadeh

Mentors played a huge role in helping Roshanak Sadeghi-Zadeh settle in Canada, and now she…

Helping to build a welcoming & inclusive province: John Deans

John Deans was lying on the couch one day in 2015 when he heard an…