Who is Shelter Nova Scotia?

Our Mission:  To support the well-being of people by providing evidence-informed practices through the four pathways of shelter, community corrections, housing, and other community-based services. 

Our Vision:  A society where housing security is a human right, and people have the support they need to survive. 

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We believe, with your help, and our guiding principles (people and housing first), we can connect with the individuals we serve in ways that help them experience a better life. We do this by aiming high, reaching far, and working tirelessly. Shelter Nova Scotia is here – without judgement – to help.

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Shelter Nova Scotia supports people in times of crisis and transition through residential, trustee and outreach programs.  To this end,  we operate seven facilities in the HRM – six over-night plus our drop-in Hub Resource Centre, providing a night of rest to 106 people and providing support to hundreds more, 365 days a year. We offer far more than shelter; utilizing client and housing support workers in tandem with our colleagues working in mental health and addiction services, we support 1,500 people annually.

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Our Facilities 

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• two emergency shelters for individuals experiencing homelessness (Barry House  &  Metro Turning Point)

• an affordable, supportive apartment complex for individuals who have experienced homelessness (The Rebuilding)

• an affordable, supportive living environment dedicated to individuals who have experienced chronic homelessness and who have a long history of  Alcohol Use Disorder (Herring Cove Apartments)

• two community residential facilities for individuals making the change from correctional facilities to community living (Nehiley House & Sir Sandford Fleming House)

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Our Community Support Programs

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The Hub: Housing support, diversion and community resources, access to basic services. 

Call: 782-321-2163   Email: dropin@shelternovascotia.com

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Outreach Program: The Outreach Team works with individuals, couples, and families who are primarily living unsheltered. Their focus is to address immediate needs and help connect people to shelter and housing options.

Email: outreach@shelternovascotia.com