Resources
Find resources available in the Halifax Needham Community and beyond.
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Important Number
Emergency: 911
Community and Social Services (Province-wide): 211
Municipal Services Contact Centre (Halifax): 311
Ask a Nurse, family doctor waiting list: 811
Road conditions: 511
RCMP:1-800-803-7267
Halifax Regional Police:902-490-5020
Mental Health Crisis Line:1-888-429-8167 or 902-429-8167
Kids Help Phone:1-800-668-6868
MSI: Toll free:1-800-563-8880 Local: 902-496-7008
Poison Control Centre:
Toll free: 1-800-565-8161,
Local: 902-428-8161
Access Nova Scotia:
Toll free: 1-800-670-4357
TTY: 1-877-404-0867
Public enquiries:
Toll free: 1-800-670-4357
TTY: 1-877-404-0867
Report Environmental Spills: 1-877-9ENVIRO (1-877-936-8476)
After 4:30 pm:1-800-565-1633
Report fires, poaching, or wildlife emergencies:1-800-565-2224
Governmental Departments and Agencies:novascotia.ca/contact/departments/
General Physical Health
North End Community Health Centre
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902-420-0303
Supports the health and well-being of our community through quality primary health care, education, and advocacy.
Halifax Peninsula Community Health Team
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902-460-4560 (Option 4)
Offers free wellness programs and personalized navigation services to help you locate the best health and wellness programs for you.
Mobile Outreach Street Health
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902-429-5290
Provides accessible primary health care services to people who are homeless, insecurely housed, street involved, and underserved in our community.
Clover Medical Centre
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902-446-3730
Family Doctor's office located in North Central Halifax - opened since 3 Feb 2014, corner of Almon and Gladstone.
Book Blood Tests, X-rays, and EKGs Online
Book medical tests online to help stop the spread of COVID-19. A requisition form from your doctor is required for any medical test.
Covid-19 Screening and Self-assessment
Use the Province’s online self-assessment tool to find out if you need a COVID-19. You can use this service for one person at a time. If more than one person in your family needs a test for COVID-19, complete a separate assessment for each person.
Chronic Pain Self-management Program
The Pain Self-Management Program (PSMP) can help anyone who is ready to take an active part in learning strategies to improve their quality of life and learn non-medicinal ways of managing long-term pain.
Provincial Family Practice GP List
The Need a Family Practice Registry is a provincial list for people without a family doctor or nurse practitioner. Once you have registered here, you will be added to the list. When a primary care provider in your area is accepting new patients, Nova Scotia Health Authority will contact you by phone and/or email.
Hydrostone Medical Centre
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902-482-2683
Family medical clinic located in North End Halifax on Duffus Street.
Family Practice Associates
902-453-3511
Family medical clinic located on the corner of North and Gladstone Street
Arts and Recreation
LOVe Nova Scotia (Leave Out Violence)
Visit Website
902-429-6616
A charity organization which supports violence -affected youth to transform their experiences through art and self expression and connection with community.
Bus Stop Theatre Co-op
Visit Website
1-888-639–1169
A non- profit, co-operative multi-use performance venue on Gottingen Street. Many performances to enjoy. Rent the space for an affordable rate.
Dramatic Changes
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They hire artists to help community groups make musicals, films, video games, and other art about local issues. They also run workshops, host events, and put together projects based on the needs they see in the community.
Youth Art Connection
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902-579-4673
Program aimed at working with youth to create lasting positive change (personal and community-wide) through activating the power and appeal of various art forms, and the human passion that always accompanies quality art-making.
Music Nova Scotia
Visit Website
902-423-6271
A non-profit organization that has worked since 1989 with a mandate to encourage the creation, development, growth and promotion of Nova Scotia’s music industry
Hermes Halifax
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hermeshx@gmail.com
Artists cooperative art gallery.
Wonderneath
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902-454-6860
Brings professional artists and local residents together in dynamic arts exploration through programs, education, artist studios and outreach.
Zuppa Theatre
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902-489-9872
An ensemble theatre company that aims to create extraordinary experiences, prioritizing the live encounter of performer and spectator, and the consideration of new perspectives and ideas.
LunaSea
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902-225-3052
LunaSea Theatre Company seeks to give voice to women’s stories and perspectives and to showcase the rich diversity of female theatrical artists while creating essential, world-class theatre in Nova Scotia.
The Music Room
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902-429-9467
One of the finest acoustic music spaces in Canada. Can be rented for a variety or purposes: concerts, rehearsals, recordings, meetings, seminars & weddings.
Halifax Tool Library
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902-444-8665 (902-444-TOOL)
The Halifax Tool Library provides residents and community groups with everything they need to make projects happen. An electronic inventory system allows us to automatically track tools and display their availability online.
Bike Again
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902-429-2202
A volunteer-run, do-it-yourself bike shop. They provide the space, tools, and some know-how, you do the work. Bike Again! aims to get more people on bikes, promote cycling, increase bike literacy, and build a stronger cycling community.
Halifax Cycling Coalition
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contact@cyclehalifax.ca
An organization of concerned citizens dedicated to improving cycling conditions and raising awareness of cycling issues in the Halifax Regional Municipality.
YMCA
Visit Website
902-422-9622
Building healthier communities.
Radstorm
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A collectively-run not-for-profit events and art space. All ages, pay what you can space.
The Big Sing
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The Big Sing is a bi-weekly, drop-in singing event with Jack Bennet and George Woodhouse, 6:30-9 at Gus' Pub & Grill, Agricola at North Street, Halifax, NS
Centreline Studios
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Uniacke Centre (UCCD) is a full service community resource and neighborhood capacity-building hub located on the corner of Gottingen and Uniacke Street. You will also find Centreline Music Studios, a community recording studio, here. UCCD is an iMOVe project and funded with the generous support of the United Way.
Accessibility
In order to reach the goal of becoming an accessible province by 2030, the Provincial Government is offering grants to cost-share accessibility-related improvements in businesses and community spaces.
Check it out!
Community ACCESS-Ability Program
For more information, please visit this website.
Business ACCESS-Ability Grant Program
For more information, please visit the Government of Nova Scotia's Website.
Support for Survivors
The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) - a program of the Nova Scotia Health Authority - provides support for individuals who have experienced sexual assault or abuse. Registered nurses provided immediate care within five days of the assault to people would would like supportive care, medical attention, information about resources and more. For more information, visit www.nshealth.ca/SANE
Victim Services
Halifax Regional Police offers support services to victims of crime, and in particular to victims of domestic violence, sexualized violence, and serious crimes. The police have a special Victim Services Unit comprised of civilian employees and volunteers who work with police officers during these difficult times to get you the support that you need.
Call 902.490.5300, Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., to speak to someone.
Child and Family
Family SOS
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902-455-5515
Child-centered organization geared towards building healthy families.
North End Parent Resource Centre
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902-492-0133
Offers support programs and resources that meet the identified needs of single parents living in the North End Community of Halifax.
Phoenix Youth & Community Centre
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902-444-3401
A safe, youth-centred,and responsive environment for the Mulgrave Park Community that addresses social injustice, supports resiliency and fosters meaningful relationships.
Mi’kmaq Child Development /Day Care Centre
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902-420-1576
Provides quality culturally appropriate programs and resources for First Nation individuals and their families who are residing off-reserve, including child care, cultural programs, suppers, and an annual powwow trip.
Mulgrave Park Caring and Learning Centre
Visit Website. 902-453-5089
Community hub that serves people, brings services and collaborations into the community space and allows for children to develop through programming for parents.
Ward 5 Neighbourhood Centre
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902-454-0018
Offers community programs, after school care, food bank and prepares and serves more than 18,000 hot meals to children and seniors.
North Branch Memorial Library
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902-490-5811
Halifax Public Library located on Gottingen Street. Lots of activities and space for children and families to connect. Offers lots of family specific -programming.
Halifax & Region Military Family Resource Centre
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902-427-7788
Community organization governed by military family members that works in partnership with military families, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), and Military Family Services (MFS) to deliver programs and services to children, youth, adults and families.
Veith House
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(902)-453-4320
Meeting the needs of children, family and individuals experiencing poverty.
Youth
Hope Blooms
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902-405-3830
A youth-run social enterprise supporting food security, education and social inclusion through a range of community programs.
Phoenix Youth & Community Centre
Visit Website 902-444-3401
A safe, youth-centred,and responsive environment for the Mulgrave Park Community that addresses social injustice, supports resiliency and fosters meaningful relationships.
North Branch Memorial Library
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902-490-5811
Halifax Public Library located on Gottingen Street - offers space for young people to gather; teen drop-ins, homework clubs and other youth centered programming.
Veith House Kids
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902-453-4320
What started as three children dropping in for apples has turned into a low barrier drop in center providing up to forty-five children with snacks, activities, volunteer staff, homework help, and a safe place to socialize.
Youth Art Connection
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902-579-4673
YAC’s Art & Action Hub (HUBHFX) is a free drop-in program for artists 30 and under.
Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre
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902-420-1576
Provides structured, social-based programming for Urban Aboriginal People while serving as a focal point for the urban aboriginal community to gather.
LOVe Nova Scotia (Leave Out Violence)
Visit Website 902-429-6616
Violence prevention and intervention programs for violence-affected youth. LOVE Nova Scotia supports youth through art, media and community outreach and leadership programs focused on community and peace-making.
902 Man Up
Visit Website
inquiry@902manup.ca
Creating lasting solutions to violence involving young black males and promote community self-empowerment, educational achievement and economic opportunities through a committed, collaborative and accountable presence within Nova Scotia.
YMCA
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902-422-9622
Building healthier communities and supporting positive youth engagement through sport and recreation, leadership programs, camps, before and after school care and more.
George Dixon Centre
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902-490-4550
HRM community recreation centre with various programs for youth and adults, including pottery.
Help with Heat Costs
Looking for ways to reduce your heating costs? There are free energy programs that can help. Visit EnergyAssist.ca to learn about the programs available; each has different requirements, but there could be one that is right for you. You can also call 1-855-736-3474
Apply to the Nova Scotia Low Income Heating Rebate Program
Rebates range from $100-200 and can be applied to here. The deadline for applications is March, 31st. 2021.
Apply to the Salvation Army's HEAT Fund
The Home Energy Assistance Top-up (HEAT) Fund supports Nova Scotians in need with home heating cost during the winter months. For over 20 years, this program, formerly known as the Good Neighbour Energy Fund, has helped keep thousands of individuals and families across Nova Scotia warm during the winter. For more information, visit the Salvation Army's Website.
Home Warming, in partnership with Nova Scotia Power offers no-charge energy assessments and free home upgrades to eligible Nova Scotians.
For more information, visit HomeWarming's website here.
Help with Heat Costs
Looking for ways to reduce your heating costs? There are free energy programs that can help. Visit EnergyAssist.ca to learn about the programs available; each has different requirements, but there could be one that is right for you. You can also call 1-855-736-3474
Apply to the Nova Scotia Low Income Heating Rebate Program
Rebates range from $100-200 and can be applied to here. The deadline for applications is March, 31st. 2021.
Apply to the Salvation Army's HEAT Fund
The Home Energy Assistance Top-up (HEAT) Fund supports Nova Scotians in need with home heating cost during the winter months. For over 20 years, this program, formerly known as the Good Neighbour Energy Fund, has helped keep thousands of individuals and families across Nova Scotia warm during the winter. For more information, visit the Salvation Army's Website.
Home Warming, in partnership with Nova Scotia Power offers no-charge energy assessments and free home upgrades to eligible Nova Scotians.
For more information, visit HomeWarming's website here.
Schools
Shambhala School
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902-454-6100
Private school offering an approach to education that integrates arts and academics to ignite a genuine passion for learning.
St. Joseph’s Alexander McKay Elementary
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902-493-5180
Public English and French Immersion Elementary School located on Russell Street.
Joseph Howe Elementary School
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902-421-6785
Public English Elementary School on Maynard Street.
Highland Park Jr. High School
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902-493-5124
Public English Jr. High School on Robie Street.
St. Stephen’s Elementary
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902-493-5155
Public English Elementary School on Highland Ave.
Nova Scotia Community College
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902-491-6722
NSCC Institute of Technology located on Leeds Street.
Citadel High School
Public English and French High School on Trollope street.
Tenant Rights
Know your rights as a tenant! Dalhousie Legal Aid has compiled a Tenants Right Guide.
Dalhousie Legal Aid’s Tenant Rights Legal team can be reached at (902)423 8105.
Autism Nova Scotia Tenant Reources can be found here.
Women’s Resouces
Dress for Success
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902-493-7377
Empowering women to economic independence.
Adsum House
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902-423-5049
Offers service and support to women experiencing homelessness.
Elizabeth Fry Society
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902-454-5041
Working with women to address the root causes of criminalization.
Barry House
Provides emergency shelter for women and their dependent children experiencing homelessness.
Open Arms/ Salvation Army
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902-422-2363
Providing a safe environment for women and children to gather.
Stepping Stone
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902-420-0103
Provides services and supports to sex workers of all genders - current and former; people at risk of entering the sex trade; and, trafficked persons.
NS Domestic Violence Resource Center
Provides resources to those experiencing domestic violence in Nova Scotia.
Where to go for help in HRM: A Resource Guide for Women
This resource guide is to help you navigate programs and services in the HRM and other regions of Nova Scotia.
Housing and Shelters
Ark Outreach
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902-492-2577 Drop-in Center for homeless and street youth.
Shelter Nova Scotia
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902-406-3631
Provides support and housing.
Welcome Housing & Support Services
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902-466-8714
Providing long-term, secure housing and support to low-income individuals.
The Salvation Army Centre of Hope
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902-466-8714
Provides a men’s shelter, addictions centre, dining hall, halfway house, family-based programming and foodbank.
Soul Harbour Rescue Mission
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902-405-4663 (902-405-HOME)
Offers drop in centre, daily and holiday meals and chapel services to people in need.
Brunswick Street Mission
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902-423-4605
Improving the quality of life for those experiencing poverty.
Metro Non-Profit Housing Coffee Shop
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902-423-5479
Provides a safe drop-in centre for individuals who are homeless or at- risk of experiencing homelessness.
Metro Non-Profit Housing Support Center
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902-423-5479
Supportive housing program for single people struggling with housing instability.
Metro Turning Point
Provides Emergency Shelter for men experiencing homelessness.
MOSH Housing First
Visit Website
902-802-5054
Prioritizes the Halifax community’s most vulnerable chronically homeless individual and provides services based on harm reduction principles, individual support, and choice.
Adsum House
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902-423-5049
Offers service and support to women experiencing homelessness.
Phoenix Youth Shelter
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902-446-4663
Shelter providing a place to stay, food, clothing, or personal care items, welcoming youth ages 16-24.
North End Land Trust
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A community land trust which aims to reclaim land from the private market and steward it for the long-term benefit of north end residents. Stay tuned for more details.
Mi'Kmaq Friendship Center
902-420-1576
The Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre offers housing services to Indigenous people experiencing homelessness, housing insecurity, or eviction in the HRM area. The program operates out of the Friendship Centre and employs five staff to support folks with their housing needs.
Halifax Housing Help
902-423-8475
Halifax Housing Help (HHH) is an innovative program responding to at‐risk and difficult to house individuals who have significant challenges in obtaining and retaining housing stability. Halifax Housing Help is both a housing support and trustee service offering case management to individuals experiencing barriers to finding and sustaining appropriate housing.
Transition Housing Association of NS
902-429-7287
The Transition House Association of Nova Scotia (THANS) member organizations provide transitional services to women (and their children) who are experiencing violence and abuse, including culturally relevant services to Mi’kmaw people. THANS eleven member organizations work with women and their children in thirteen locations across Nova Scotia; Sydney, Waycobah, Port Hawkesbury, Antigonish, New Glasgow, Amherst, Truro, Millbrook, Halifax, Bridgewater, Yarmouth, Digby and Kentville.
Food Options
Good Food Box – North End Community Health Centre
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902-420-0303
Provides a box of fresh, healthy vegetables and fruit to community members each month, for a low-cost of $7 per box.
Mobile Food Market
The Mobile Food Market offers fresh and affordable fruits, vegetables, bread and dried goods. All welcome every second Saturday (Jan 25, Feb 8 & 22, March 7 & 21, April 4) at the Needham Recreation Centre (Devonshire Ave. and Kenny St.) from 9:30-11 AM. Visit Website
902-492-2577
Square Roots
Pay what you can afford for 10 LBS of fresh, local produce - either $5 or $10 - no questions asked and no long term commitment! Bring your own bag and mix and match the items you want at a new pick up location at St. Mark’s Anglican Church (5522 Russell St.) on the last Sunday of every month between 2-4 PM Visit Website
The Grainery Food Co-op
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902-446-3301
Non-profit, 100% volunteer run organization dedicated to selling local, organic and sustainably grown food that is affordable, tasty and nutritious.
Hope Blooms
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902-405-3830
Not-for-profit helping to improve healthy food awareness in their community.
Feed Nova Scotia
Feed Nova Scotia’s COVID-19 Food Box program is a short-term initiative to provide home delivery of food to Nova Scotians without food support because they can’t leave their home and they don’t have the funds, friends, or family to help get food. Call 211 weekdays between 8am- 8pm. Launches May 25.
Visit [Feed Nova Scotia’s Website][143] for a list of every food bank in Nova Scotia.
Souls Harbour Rescue Mission
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902-405-4663
Sanctuary, safe house, storm shelter.
Brunswick Street Mission
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902-423-4605
Improving the quality of life for those experiencing poverty.
Hope Cottage
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902-429-7968
Helping and feeding the homeless population.
Ward 5 Neighbourhood Centre
Visit Website
902-454-0018
Offers community programs, after school care, food bank and prepares and serves more than 18,000 hot meals to children and seniors.
St. Mark’s Food Bank
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902-454-0018
Food bank operated out of Ward 5. Tuesday’s 9:30 – 11AM, which distributes approximately 40 tons of food to as many as 4,000 people (almost half being children).
Parker Street Food and Furniture Bank
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902-425-2125
Food and furniture bank on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays between the hours of 8:30 am and 11:00 am at 2415 Maynard Street.