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SENIOR LIVING: Communities in Mocean — Older Adults Centre Stage

January 27, 2026 — Community-based arts programs can support mental health, social connection, and overall well-being — particularly for older adults. With support from the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia, Mocean Dance (like ‘ocean’ with an ‘m’) is bringing those benefits to life through Communities in Mocean – Older Adults Centre Stage, a program that places retirees and seniors at the heart of a collaborative creative process.

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Introducing Karen Furneaux, Body Movin’ Ambassador

December 22, 2025 — The Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia is proud to welcome Karen Furneaux as a new ambassador for Body Movin’ — our annual campaign that encourages Nova Scotians to move their bodies in ways that support mental well-being. 

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Grant Application Best Practices

December 10, 2025 - Our grants are open for applications until noon on January 21, 2026. 

Here are a few tips to help you prepare for our grants and any other grants you are considering.

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Our recent Senior Living column in the Chronicle Herald focuses on a sense of contribution. The satisfaction of consistency. The belief that even invisible issues deserve visible champions. Read more.

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Charitable Tax Receipts

We provide a tax receipt for gifts over $10.  Due to limited staff resources, tax receipts will be mailed (or emailed) up to two weeks after gift received. If you have any questions concerning our receipting policy, please contact us.

funding community-based initiatives

Each year our partner organizations deliver more than 100 programs and initiatives for Nova Scotians living with mental disorders, and their loved ones in communities from Shelburne to Membertou.

Funding opportunities

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