Social & Community Services Organizations in Halifax

Moving Minds is a local non-profit organization dedicated to helping young people live well. It is the organizer of the annual Mind Ball in Halifax.

ABOUT No Time for That is a registered Canadian charity founded by singer, songwriter, and motivational speaker Elsie Morden. During her senior year of high school in 2012, Elsie started sharing her story and songs with the “No Time for That” Tour and has now put on over 600 presentations free of charge across Canada. Elsie Morden and No Time for That hope to share their messages of empathy and empowerment with as many people as possible. MISSION To advance education about bullying prevention, mental health awareness, and youth empowerment by delivering seminars, workshops and presentations with personal stories and music to children, youth, educators, and the public. VISION A future where Canadians have no time for bullying, no time for stigma, and no time for the negative. VALUES Inclusion – we celebrate diversity and equality, and honour the inherent worth and dignity of all individuals. Passion – our presentation has been and always will be offered free of charge. We genuinely care about everyone affected by bullying and mental illness and want to make a positive difference in their lives. Leadership – we strive to be the best role models possible. As leaders, our goal is to inspire more leaders and world changers that will represent models of integrity to their peers, community, and the greater world.

The North Woodside Community Association is a volunteer-led, charitable, non-profit organization that exists to serve the residents of North Woodside and the surrounding community. The mission of the North Woodside Community Association is to aid in focusing the energy and skills of citizens in building a stronger community in which to live, work and play. Specifically, the Association focuses on: Providing a meeting place for people to discuss and take action on issues of common concern and interest Encouraging the development of social, recreational and educational opportunities Hosting special events that promote meaningful interaction among residents The Association will express, in its actions, its commitment to community accountability, fiscal responsibility, accessibility and diversity.  

Our Vision People living life to the fullest, flourishing in a community of belonging, dignity and choice. Our Mission As a leader in continuing care, we build meaningful relationships with our clients everyday and make a positive difference in the communities we serve.

Nova Noble Cause Society (NNCS) is a group of passionate workers who give priority to mankind. Members of this society are enthusiastically supporting newcomers, children and elders to make Nova Scotia a beautiful place to live in. Our mission is to bring joy and happiness with art, culture, values & life-skill activities. Our aim is to remove the gaps among different generations and communities. With a clear vision, we focus on the needs of Senior Citizens, Students and Newcomers and to assist them to reach their potential.

Open Harbour works to sponsor a refugee group to begin a new life in Halifax each year. A sponsorship starts on the day of arrival and extends for the 12 months afterward. It includes financial, social, and emotional support. We greet our new Nova Scotians at the airport, set them up with a furnished apartment, enroll them in job training and English classes, help them get to medical appointments, register their children in school - and a lot more!  OUR MISSION To privately sponsor and resettle refugees to Halifax irrespective of circumstances or creed.  To coordinate the settlement, integration, and empowerment of the new Nova Scotians we sponsor.  To spread awareness of issues affecting refugees.

Out of the Cold is a community-based, volunteer-run organization that works to provide shelter & community supports to the homeless & precariously housed. The specific work for the 2015-2016 season is being planned currently, and this website is under construction.

Parker Street Food Bank provides help to people in need. We are a food and furniture bank, but strongly believe in the adage, "Give a man a fish and he eats for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime". Some of the opportunities for self-sufficiency have included courses in flooring installation, windows and doors installation, automotive parts clerk, siding, carpenter's assistant training and basic computer skills. We also provide back packs filled with school supplies for young students in September and at Christmas time we provide the ingredients for a traditional turkey dinner as well as toys for the wee ones. We also operate an Emergency Fund to help those in financial crisis, such as helping with utility or heating bills.

Welcome to Parkinson Canada in Halifax, you are not alone. Our team of staff and trained volunteers offer information, education and services for Atlantic Canadians living with Parkinson’s, their families/caregivers and the health professionals on their treatment teams. Parkinson Canada has a number of  local programs, education and fundraising events that are support through volunteers.  Contact us for more information and to learn how you maybe able to help Parkinson Canada support the 10,000 Atlantic Canadians living with Parkinson's disease.

Phoenix has been helping youth, families and the community thrive since 1987. We provide care and opportunities for individuals, and create conditions where they can thrive and bring those qualities to their full potential. We are dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of youth in a respectful, dignified, and innovative manner, while also being a voce of social justice in their lives. Our programs can now be captures in three important areas: Crises Management (emergency shelter, health services, counselling, drop-in centre), Community based Prevention (clinical therapy, outreach and community development) and Housing and Employment Skills (employment and education, parent support, trustee program, recreation and arts, independent and semi-independent housing).  

Prescott Group is a non-profit community based social enterprise that offers vocational opportunities, programs and services and community employment support to adults with intellectual disabilities in the Halifax area. Prescott Group's social enterprise is made up of Atlantic Bag Manufacturers, Fireside Kitchen and Prescott Mailing Services. Prescott Group also provides coaching and support to clients who work at local businesses and organizations. Our goal is to enhance the independence of persons with intellectual disabilities through personal development, social enterprise and employment opportunities.

A Community Development Initiative looking to empower residents of Mulgrave Park, in the North End of Halifax, by creating sustainable projects with entrepreneurial action.