Community Resources
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The BBB system has helped make it possible for consumers to buy goods and services with confidence. Get the latest news and alerts, find a local BBB or file a complaint online.
To foster a dynamic and vibrant Black presence within the Nova Scotian business community.
The official web site of the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia. We are pleased to offer you this interactive type of outreach. Highlights the many events that happen at the Black Cultural Centre on a regular basis.
Information specifically about government benefits, such as EI.
The Community Organization Network links people in Nova Scotia with disabilities and health challenges to resources and services that promote active healthy independent living. It is a great resource for people with disabilities in Nova Scotia - hundreds of links to support organizations.
This Web site will give you a wide range of information and convenient online access to government services.
The Halifax Regional Library is the life-long learning centre of the Community and the place people turn to for the discovery of ideas, the joy of reading and the power of information. Their site also provides a number of excellent community resources.
Information on the community and services available.
Employment resources for the spouses of members of the Canadian Armed Forces.
Answer your questions about jobs, skills and the availability of work in local areas across Canada.
Programs and services for newcomers to Canada.
This manual is the document to support the decision making process of staff of the Employment Support & Income Assistance Program. This policy manual provides further information, clarification, authority levels and ministerial direction supporting legislation.
In Nova Scotia, the Labour Standards Code and its Regulations set the basis for the employment relationship. They outline benefits such as minimum wage, vacation and holidays, pregancy/parental leave and others. Both employees and employers have rights and responsibilities under these rules. If either party believes the rules have been broken, a complaint can be filed with the Labour Standards Division.
The Human Rights Commission administers and enforces the Nova Scotia Act. The Commission also has public education programs, Affirmative Action and race relations programs, research in co-operation with community groups and organizations.
The latest news and events around Nova Scotia for African people. Afriworx is VANSDA'S job board, register with them to post jobs, make a bid or proposal on a listed job.