Information Hub

Find trusted resources created by IMWAH for immigrant and migrant women in Nova Scotia

We are building this space as a growing guide to supports, services, and community resources for newcomer women in Nova Scotia. This hub will continue to be updated with trusted information to help women find support for health, safety, legal rights, finances, and everyday life.

Nova Scotia Housing Programs and Resources

Legal Rights, Housing

A Government of Nova Scotia page with housing programs and supports for renters, homeowners, and people seeking housing.

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Legal Rights, Housing

Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS)

Newcomer Support Services

Settlement, language, employment, family, and community support services for immigrants and newcomers in Nova Scotia.

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Newcomer Support Services

Newcomer Health Clinic

Healthcare

Primary and preventative healthcare support for refugees and refugee claimants in the greater Halifax area.

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Healthcare

YWCA Halifax Newcomer Support Program

Money & Finance

Free workshops and training for newcomer women, gender-diverse people, and families on finances, housing, employment, health care, and settlement.

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Money & Finance

Transition House Association of Nova Scotia

GBV

Support and shelter connections for women and families experiencing violence in Nova Scotia.

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GBV

Avalon Sexual Assault Centre

Sexual Assault Support

Free support, navigation, trauma therapy, and legal advocacy for people affected by sexualized violence.

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Sexual Assault Support

Land Acknowledgment

IMWAH acknowledges that our work takes place in Mi'kma'ki, the traditional and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people

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