For help with heating costs this winter, the following programs are available to Nova Scotia families: Nova Scotia Heating Assistance Rebate Program: https://beta.novascotia.ca/apply-heating-assistance-rebate-heating-assistance-rebate-program The Salvation Army – The Good Neighbour Energy Fund: https://salvationarmy.ca/maritime/home/programs/gnef/?_ga=2.27593212.1508439806.1543591095-1295702875.1543591095
FAMILY SUPPORT ASSISTANT POSITION NOVA SCOTIA LEGAL AID, HALIFAX NORTH OFFICE The Nova Scotia Legal Aid Commission delivers legal services in offices located throughout the Province, providing some level of help to all Nova Scotians with a focus on supporting those who are vulnerable and historically disadvantaged, including: Indigenous Peoples, African Nova Scotians, Immigrants and […]
In October 2018, 15 self-represented litigants (SRLs) and 45 justice system representatives took part in facilitated plenary discussions, small working group discussions focused on specific issues related to SRLs and the justice system, listened to panels presented by both SRLs and justice system insiders, and attended small networking events. Below is a copy of the […]
Having clear title to your land is important in more ways than you may realize. Migrating your property to the new land registration system signifies clear title to the government. This, in turn, allows you to have a real say over your property. The following story shows the difference having clear title can make. A […]
Below please find the October 29, 2018 Executive Committee Meeting Agenda. Executive Agenda – October 29, 2018
The Nova Scotia Legal Aid Commission’s 2017-18 Annual Report Summary Booklet is now available on our website (About Us, Legal Aid Publications) and can be found here: Annual Report Summary 2017-18
In July 2018, Nova Scotia Legal Aid (NSLA) announced that we have commenced providing legal services pursuant to the new Land Title Initiative (LTI) in East Preston, North Preston, Cherry Brook/Lake Loon, Sunnyville and Lincolnville. In collaboration with a number of government stakeholders, NSLA has been assisting land owners in these communities remove barriers to […]
The Nova Scotia Legal Aid Commission’s 2017-18 Annual Report is now available on our website and can be found here: 2017-18 Annual Report
The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission is seeking input from HRM residents on their experiences with the police practice of street checks and racial profiling. Nova Scotia Legal Aid would strongly encourage the public and any HRM staff to participate in this important work. Results from this survey will be incorporated in the report of […]
STAFF LAWYER POSITION NOVA SCOTIA LEGAL AID DARTMOUTH CRIMINAL OFFICE Position: Staff Lawyer position in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia practicing criminal and social justice law. This is an eighteen month (18) contract position. Qualifications: Successful candidate must be a practicing, insured member in good standing of the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society with a thorough understanding […]