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  • SENIOR LIVING: Creating with Purpose

    Sam Madore, Manager of Marketing & Communications, Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia For more than a decade, Mi’kmaw artist Alan Syliboy has been sharing his colourful hand-painted drums and…

  • 5 Questions with Karen Furneaux

    On October 6th, three-time Olympian, World Champion and mental health advocate Karen Furneaux will take the stage at Let’s Keep Talking, presented by Bell Let’s Talk, to share her personal…

  • SENIOR LIVING: Supporting Seniors Through Difficult Conversations

    Sam Madore, Manager of Marketing & Communications, Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia Difficult conversations open the door to connection, support and hope. At the Flourish 55+ Centre Healthy Activity…

  • Honouring Peter Baylis Through Sound Minds Nova Scotia

    For Jen Halpin, the connection to Sound Minds was immediate. Sound Minds Nova Scotia, a partnership between the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia and Music Nova Scotia, provides mental…

  • Vision Awards Recognize Leaders in Mental Wellness

    July 8, 2026 At this year’s Annual General Meeting, the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia presented its Vision Awards, recognizing individuals and organizations whose meaningful contributions are helping improve…

  • Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia Celebrates a Year of Compassion in Action

    July 7, 2026 The Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia released its 2025-2026 Community Report at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) today, highlighting a year of strengthening connections, fostering compassion,…

  • Applications for Community Grants are Now Open

    The Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia is now accepting applications for its Community Grants Program. Community Grants support community-based mental health and addictions initiatives designed by communities, for communities.…

  • Community Grants Webinar

    The Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia is pleased to host a virtual information session for organizations interested in applying for funding through our Community Grants Program. This session is…

  • HRM Smile Cookie Campaign Celebrates Community Generosity

    May 29, 2026 — Thanks to the generosity of Tim Hortons ​H​RM locations, team members, volunteers, and customers across the Halifax Regional Municipality, this year’s Smile Cookie campaign raised an…