Needing social assistance or support from the community here are some resources to check out.
Anyone looking for supports can call 211, to be connected to services in their community.
Community Navigation, Halifax
Calendars and information will be updated as we are able.
Due to the strike action, the resources have not been forwarded.
November 2024 Meal & Laundry/Shower Calendar
new housing support programs coming to Halifax Public Libraries starting in October! They are excited to partner with Dalhousie Legal Aid, the Elizabeth Fry Society of Mainland NS, and Nova Scotia Legal Aid to provide more access to housing and legal support in the community.
Visit: www.halifaxpubliclibraries.ca
(under “What’s on”, or you can search for Events in the top right-hand field).
⚖ Dalhousie Legal Aid Tenancy Support
Drop in to speak with representatives with Dalhousie Legal Aid for support with tenancy and housing issues. They can answer residential tenancy questions, accessing legal aid, referrals, and tenancy rights & housing information.
Please bring all necessary documents (ex: copy of lease contracts, application(s) filed by you or your landlord, notice(s) or order(s) issued, any form of communication between you and the landlord, and relevant evidence.
The following Wednesdays (2nd Wednesday of the month until April 2025), 10:00am – 12:30pm
Wednesday, October 9th
Wednesday, November 13th
Wednesday, December 11th
Wednesday, January 8th
Wednesday, February 12th
Wednesday, March 12th
Wednesday, April 9th
The Dalhousie Legal Aid Tenancy Support Drop-in will rotate monthly throughout different branches! Please see the attached poster for other locations and their monthly date. These will be taking place at Sackville, Alderney Gate Dartmouth, and Captain William Spry (Spryfield) Public Libraries as well!
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🏡 Housing Support with Elizabeth Fry Society of NS
Drop in to speak with Housing Support Workers from the Elizabeth Fry Society of Mainland Nova Scotia, on the following:
Housing search tips: pet-friendly companies, where to look, landlord information, identifying housing/rental scams. Rental Subsidy applications: (Please bring required documents: Lease require, Proof of Income, & direct deposit form/void cheque). By Name List (BNL) intake. There will be bus tickets and snacks provided.
E. Fry’s mandate is women, girls, non-binary and gender-diverse peoples, however anyone is welcome to come to these library drop-in sessions. They are open to the community.
The following Thursdays, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Thursday, October 3rd
Thursday, October 17th
Thursday, November 7th
Thursday, November 21st
Thursday, December 5th
Thursday, December 19th
Dates for 2025 will be uploaded closer to November/December.
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⚖ Nova Scotia Legal Aid Family Law Drop-In
Meet with support staff from Nova Scotia Legal Aid for assistance with general information on family law and child protection issues. They can assist with applying for Nova Scotia Legal Aid Services, questions about court documents and forms, and provide additional resources. No appointment required!
For more information, contact Sarah Eakin or Bailey Boyle: 902-420-7921
The following Mondays, 9:30am - 1:00pm:
Monday, September 23rd
Monday, October 28th
Monday, November 25th
Monday, December 9th
Dates for 2025 will be uploaded closer to November/December.
The Family Law drop-in will also take place at Alderney Gate and Sackville branches! More info and dates are here
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This series also might be of interest:
🏠 Happipad Pop-Ups! Happipad matches two compatible people - a host and a renter - into a mutually beneficial living arrangement. You do not need a business license and will be compliant with all rental bylaws. All matches are vetted for compatibility and taken step-by-step through the process. Find out how you can turn your spare room into extra income and a new connection. More info: https://halifax.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?q=Happipad