Helpers

Dartmouth woman determined to help homelessness situation one sock at a time

A Dartmouth woman known as the “queen of socks” is doing what she can to ensure people experiencing homelessness are able to keep their feet warm this winter. Since January 2021, Mary Crosby has...

NSCC course opens the door to diverse women for a career in trades

Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) is giving diverse women a unique opportunity to train for a potential career in trades and technology. Women Unlimited is a free 14-week pathway program that empowers...

Alzheimer's Society of N.S. hosts a special talk series at the Central Library

When it comes to dementia, a lot of people have no idea where to go for answers or to find help. That is why the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia has decided to come to the people instead. New this...

New program supports underrepresented women in food business

A unique program in partnership with Mount Saint Vincent University is aimed at giving underrepresented women a chance to advance their home-based food businesses. The Centre of Women in Business's...

Feed Nova Scotia tackling hunger at Touchdown Atlantic game in Halifax

Before the Saskatchewan Roughriders and the Toronto Argonauts storm the field in Halifax on Saturday, football fans will get the opportunity to score a touchdown of their own. As part of the CFL's Touchdown...

Alumni prize program awards community-minded visionaries

Dalhousie University wants to ensure that its top alumni making strides to improve the betterment of community gets the recognition they deserve. As such, the 2023 Aurum Awards celebrate not only the...

Province aims to reward Nova Scotians who volunteer

The province is looking for a few good volunteers. As it has been doing for nearly 50 years, the government is preparing to hand out a set of awards to the most passionate and dedicated Nova Scotians...

Halifax's Keonte Beals aims to inspire youth with book

Everything that North Preston singer, songwriter and author Keonte Beals does, he does with a sense of giving back. “I always felt this way,” admits the award-winning R&B artist whose very first...

Nova Scotia organization improving life for those affected by dementia

'Memory Cafés are welcoming social spaces for persons living with dementia, their care partners and family members,' says provincial lead, Beverley Cassidy

Halifax vet hoping to make end-of-life process painless as possible

Dr. Emily Reiner started Forever Loved to help make the last moments of each pet’s life as fear-free and comfortable as possible with their loving owners at their side