Our Bridge to Entrepreneurship program, funded by IRCC, helps entrepreneurial permanent residents and refugees who are learning to speak English join the business world. By offering a targeted English language course for business and a dedicated table at Halifax Brewery Market, this program enables them to test their products and … Read more
We have been working hard to ensure a safe reopening of ISANS. We are excited to announce the reopening of our Joseph Howe location for limited language classes and increased in-person services at ISANS Mumford. Language Classes and ECE Services If your class is resuming in-person, you will receive a … Read more
Anthea has been a Business and Workforce Integration client at ISANS since May 2020 and recently opened her gallery at the Eastern Shore, promoting local artists. Learn about her story and her business, Eastern Shore Gallery, in the interview below: What support did ISANS give you? I did the “Introduction to … Read more
T.W. attended the Immigrant Youth Employability Project: “I finished my training at Northwood yesterday and I got my diploma. Starting Monday I will work as CCA I am so happy to get this great opportunity. Thank you so much for thinking about me and the course. You are the key … Read more
Yesterday, a massive explosion shocked Beirut, at least 100 people were killed and 4,000 wounded. Our thoughts are with those directly affected and the community here in Nova Scotia. ISANS has collected a number of resources for those seeking support in this difficult time: https://bit.ly/31jUjCI
On Wednesday, Education Minister Zach Churchill released the government’s back-to-school plan. “The province is planning for all children to return to school on September 8, 2020. This plan may change if direction is provided to the department by Public Health in response to their assessment of changing COVID-19 conditions in … Read more
We have been working hard to ensure a safe reopening of ISANS and are excited to announce the reopening of our Mumford office for limited services on July 13. To respect health and safety guidelines, we ask clients to read these steps and follow them when visiting us: Book an … Read more
For the safety of clients and staff during the resumption of in-person services, ISANS will be requiring staff and clients to wear masks or face shields when in the ISANS office. Many clients do not have the resources to buy or make their own masks. We are asking for donations … Read more
Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) was pleased to announce the Halifax Refugee Clinic as the recipient of this year’s ISANS Award. The award was presented virtually at the Annual General Meeting on Monday, June 15, 2020. The ISANS Award recognizes an individual, community group, business or employer who … Read more
To work in a regulated occupation requires a particular certification or licensure. Skilled immigrants understand the importance of high standards of practice, but they need fair and realistic opportunities to have their qualifications assessed and recognized so they can work in their fields…
ISANS shares the deep concerns being expressed all over the world about anti-black racism. We stand with those impacted by all forms of racism in saying that it cannot and will no longer be tolerated. Challenging racism is everyone’s responsibility. It is through the voices of our whole community and actions, both small … Read more
Our programs and services continue to be available over the phone and online. Connect with your program coordinator to find out what programs and services are being offered and how you can sign up. If you have an urgent settlement issue, please contact your settlement counsellor by phone or email, … Read more