NS Opportunities and Social Development

Official tweets from Nova Scotia's department of Opportunities and Social Development

[NS Opportunities and Social Development @NS_OSD]

Accessibility is about more than removing physical barriers. It’s about ensuring people feel included, respected, supported, and can access the programs & services they need to thrive. Together, we can continue creating communities where everyone belongs. #AccessAwarenessWeek

[NS Opportunities and Social Development @NS_OSD]

You can be the steady presence that helps a child feel safe, seen, and supported.
Learn more about becoming a foster caregiver at https://t.co/s7EiAmDTIN
#FosterCareAwarenessMonth

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Emergency shelters across NS are now providing two meals a day, further strengthening the Province’s efforts to support Nova Scotians experiencing homelessness.

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More Funding for Food at Emergency Shelters https://t.co/e0lcobEjA3

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Province Expands Education, Training in Disability Support Sector https://t.co/NFvfDg0wIS

*Photo courtesy of Nova Scotia Community College

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⚠️WEATHER UPDATE (March 11): With freezing rain expected across Nova Scotia tomorrow, additional supports are available for people experiencing homelessness. If you or someone you know needs emergency assistance, please call 211.

[NS Opportunities and Social Development @NS_OSD]

⚠️WEATHER UPDATE (Feb 23-24): With significant snowfall and blowing snow expected across Nova Scotia today into tomorrow, additional supports are available for people experiencing homelessness. If you or someone you know needs emergency assistance, please call 211.

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UPDATE: Haven House in Truro will have expanded capacity starting 8pm tonight until tomorrow.

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⚠️WEATHER UPDATE (Feb 11-12): With significant snowfall expected across Nova Scotia today into tomorrow, additional supports are available for people experiencing homelessness. If you or someone you know needs emergency assistance, please call 211.

[NS Opportunities and Social Development @NS_OSD]

🚍Temporary bus passes issued under the Community Bus Pass Program in CBRM have been extended until the end of February.

If you have one of these passes, you can continue using it – no action needed!

For eligibility and to learn more 🔗https://t.co/XYOn3F9Xln

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⚠️WEATHER UPDATE (Jan 29-30): With cold temperatures continuing across the province, additional supports are available for people experiencing homelessness. If you or someone you know needs emergency assistance, please call 211.

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⚠️WEATHER UPDATE (Jan 26): With cold temperatures and snow continuing across the province, additional supports are available for people experiencing homelessness. If you or someone you know needs emergency assistance, please call 211.

[NS Opportunities and Social Development @NS_OSD]

⚠️ WEATHER UPDATE (Jan 23-26): With cold temperatures continuing across the province, additional supports are available for people experiencing homelessness. If you or someone you know needs emergency assistance, please call 211.

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Province Launches HomeShare Program Under Human Rights Remedy https://t.co/PfdaYkMcaX

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New Affordable Housing in Amherst has Ownership Option; Province Helps Autumn House With Housing Purchase https://t.co/ApwYWypBmU

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⚠️ WEATHER UPDATE (Jan 18–19): As snow continues across the province, additional supports are available for people experiencing homelessness. If you or someone you know needs emergency assistance, please call 211.

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The master lease program is providing real homes and wraparound supports to people experiencing homelessness
🔗https://t.co/km1nVZ83Tv

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🏠Since launching the master lease program, provincially funded hotel stays for people experiencing homelessness are down 86% — from 251 people to 36.
Thanks to our community partners for making this possible. 🔗https://t.co/xbAl5l4F5V

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⚠️ WEATHER UPDATE: With low temperatures in the forecast, we’re working closely with partners to make sure people experiencing homelessness have added supports. If you/someone you know needs emergency help - call 211 to connect with local services.

[NS Opportunities and Social Development @NS_OSD]

⚠️ WEATHER UPDATE: Low temps + freezing rain are expected. We’re working closely with partners to make sure people experiencing homelessness have added supports. If you/someone you know needs emergency help - call 211 to connect with local services

[NS Opportunities and Social Development @NS_OSD]

⚠️ WEATHER UPDATE: Low temps + wind are expected. We’re working closely with partners to make sure people experiencing homelessness have added supports. If you/someone you know needs emergency help - call 211 to connect with local services