We’re proud to partner with Emera on the Emera Youth Mental Health Grant to fund mental wellness initiatives serving youth in Halifax Regional Municipality.
The first installment of the Emera Youth Mental Health Grant was awarded to the Saint George’s YouthNet Teen Program. More than 25 youth in Halifax’s marginalized North End have benefitted from programming that creates opportunities for social connection, mentorship, skill-building, and adventure. Teen Program participants gather twice a week for activities like cooking workshops, camping trips, and outings to the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, Symphony Nova Scotia, and wellness farms.
Learn more about the Community Grant application process here.
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“We’re proud of our long-standing partnership with Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia and look forward to continuing our support through the Emera Youth Mental Health Grant. This grant provides funding to programs like the YouthNet Teen program that will have meaningful impact on youth in their mental wellbeing journey so they can prosper. By investing in opportunities for young people to learn and grow, we’re committed to building stronger and more resilient communities for the leaders of tomorrow.” – Mike Roberts, Chief Human Resources Officer, Emera Inc.
“Emera’s dedication to improving youth mental health allows us to expand access to services and supports in Nova Scotian communities. Together, we’re creating a province where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.” – Starr Cunningham, President & CEO, Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia.