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Community Grants: Increasing Connections to Improve Mental Wellness
April 8, 2026 More Nova Scotians are accessing mental wellness support where they need it, when they need it, thanks to the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia. The Foundation’s…
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SENIOR LIVING: Building Community Capacity to Support the Mental Health of Older Nova Scotians
L to R: Dawn Parks – Outreach and Communications Manager, Shirley Ann Burdock – Executive Director, Meagan MacDonald – Community Wellness Lead, Phyllis MacLellan – Intergenerational Lead, Erin Henderson – Information Systems and Special Projects Manager, Photo Credit: Aging…
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Menopause Works Here
Starr Cunningham, President & CEO, Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia By signing up, we’ve committed to advancing a menopause inclusive culture that supports breaking the stigma of menopause at…
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SENIOR LIVING: Communities in Mocean — Older Adults Centre Stage
L to R: Elizabeth Berlasso, Bethany McMorine, Gail Eskes, Joan Nightingale. Photo Courtesy of Mocean Dance, Program -Communities in Mocean. Dancers perform in From Strong Roots, These Tender Shoots (2026), Photo Credit: Stoo…
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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…
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Grant Application Best Practices
Monica Jordan, Grants Lead, Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia Here are a few tips to help you prepare for our grants and any other grants you are considering:
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Holiday Black Tie Gala Photobooth
Photo Credit: Timothy Richard Photography
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SENIOR LIVING: Planting Seeds of Connection
How Northwood’s Roots to Resilience Program Is Helping Seniors and Caregivers Thrive At Northwood Bedford, there’s something beautiful about watching people gather around a table. Hands in soil, paint on…
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Holiday Black Tie Gala Photo Gallery
Photo Credit: Stoo Metz Photography