Ann de Ste Croix

Joint Statement on the Effects of the “Freedom Convoy” on Women and Children Fleeing Violence

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Originally posted on Women’s Shelters Canada website. The Transition House Association of Nova Scotia (THANS), Women’s Shelters Canada, and partner provincial and territorial association members condemn the blatant acts of violence, misogyny, and white supremacy demonstrated in Ottawa, Winnipeg, Quebec City, Vancouver, Toronto, Windsor, Edmonton, Coutts, Whitehorse – and elsewhere across the country – over … Read more

Media Release: THANS Welcomes Ann de Ste Croix as Provincial Coordinator

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Kjipuktuk, January 14, 2022: The Transition House Association of Nova Scotia (THANS) welcomes Ann de Ste Croix as Provincial Coordinator. The Acadia University and Dalhousie University graduate will bring a wealth of experience to THANS, both in supporting its member organizations as well as working collaboratively with government and other equity-seeking entities. … Read more

VACANCY: THANS PROVINCIAL COORDINATOR (Full-time)

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The Transition House Association of Nova Scotia (THANS) is the Provincial Voice for Member Organizations that provide crisis and transitional services for women & their children experiencing violence and abuse. THANS is seeking an exceptional candidate for the position of Provincial Coordinator. This position is part time funded by core funding and hours can be … Read more

PUT VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN ON THE FEDERAL ELECTION AGENDA!

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Over the past week, the THANS office has been busy writing to all NS candidates in the upcoming federal election, urging them to : Support a National Action Plan on Violence Against Women and Gender-Based Violence; Secure Sustainable Funding; Immediately Address the Housing Crisis; And Advance Child Protection and Criminal Justice Efforts; The full text … Read more

OPEN LETTER TO NS FEDERAL ELECTION CANDIDATES

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This letter has been sent to all NS Federal Candidates: 31 August 2021 On behalf of our staff and Board of Directors with the Transition House Association of Nova Scotia (THANS), we want to congratulate you on your candidacy and offer our best wishes to you, and your campaign team, in the short weeks ahead. … Read more

VACANCY- PART-TIME, SHORT-TERM POSITION AVAILABLE

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THANS is seeking to hire a Project Assistant on a short-term, part-time basis, with possibility of renewal based on available funding. Duties and Responsibilities: The Project Assistant supports the efficient day-to-day operation of the THANS office, and the work of the THANS Provincial Coordinator.  The Project Assistant will support the Provincial Coordinator with project and … Read more

Digital Lifelines for Atlantic Canadian Women in Crisis: Rogers Expands Phone Program to Women’s Shelters and Transition Houses Across New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador

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This article first appeared on Rogers on May 18, 2021   hones and plans to 30 shelters and transition houses across the region to help women and their children, including Indigenous women, escape violence and abuse Rogers enabling safe, critical connectivity for women in crisis as shelters see a spike in frequency and severity of … Read more