CBC News Battling homelessness in N.S. has been a priority during the pandemic. What happens now? There's concern that government and public support for people experiencing homelessness in the province will wane as restrictions related to COVID-19 are lifted and Nova Scotians are encouraged to return … Apr 12, 2022 Read more about Battling homelessness in N.S. has been a priority during the pandemic. What happens now?
SaltWire Network Brianna Burris receives first Cobra Spirit Trophy as West Colchester’s top volunteer While she’s only been involved in minor hockey a short time, Brianna Burris is someone who consistently goes above and beyond for the children. The Great Village resident is the … Apr 6, 2022 Read more about Brianna Burris receives first Cobra Spirit Trophy as West Colchester’s top volunteer
CBC News $203K for affordable housing brings Halifax's 'Habitat Way' closer to construction Habitat for Humanity Nova Scotia has been given a $203,500 grant to help make a neighbourhood of 77 affordable housing units in Halifax a reality. Donna Williamson, executive director of … Apr 4, 2022 Read more about $203K for affordable housing brings Halifax's 'Habitat Way' closer to construction
CBC News Volunteer group donates adapted toys to stock IWK library A group of volunteers from across the Maritimes is on a mission to make toys that anyone can play with. Volunteers from a program called Makers Making Change recently modified … Apr 2, 2022 Read more about Volunteer group donates adapted toys to stock IWK library
Global News N.S. offers grants to volunteer fire departments to help with pandemic fundraising losses Nova Scotia is offering one-time grants of $10,000 to help volunteer fire departments, ground search and rescue organizations and First Nations fire departments recover from fundraising losses during the COVID-19 … Mar 22, 2022 Read more about N.S. offers grants to volunteer fire departments to help with pandemic fundraising losses
SaltWire Network Larry's story: What led two Cape Breton men to volunteer with palliative care As the Cape Breton Hospice prepares to open to residents in Membertou in January, a pilot project will be kicking off two first-time volunteer programs being formed. Dec 10, 2021 Read more about Larry's story: What led two Cape Breton men to volunteer with palliative care