THANS RECEIVES FUNDING FOR CAPACITY BUILDING
THANS is looking forward to a busy and productive new fiscal year, as our two projects which were granted federal and provincial funding in March 2019 get under way. Over four years, THANS will build capacity for effective province-wide data management through the grant, “Using Numbers to Tell Our Stories: Data Management in Women’s Shelters … Read more
$1000 Award for Women in Education, Training, or Small Business – Deadline July 30 2019
Financial gifts for education, training and small business start up The Transition House Association of Nova Scotia (THANS) and the founders of the Pamela Gerhardt Endowment Fund are collaborating to provide financial gifts to women and children who’ve experienced the trauma of domestic violence. The intent and purpose of the Pamela Gerhardt Endowment Fund is … Read more
THANS ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
THANS AGM 5:30-6:30 ~ 28 May, 2019 Oceanstone Resort, All Are Welcome
Part-time Job opportunity at Transition House Association of Nova Scotia
Part-time Job opportunity : 21 Hours weekly. Transition House Association of Nova Scotia Office and Project Administrator Job Description April 2019 Duties and Responsibilities: The Office and Project Administrator ensures the efficient day-to-day operation of the THANS office, and supports the work of the THANS Coordinator. Under the direction and supervision of the THANS Coordinator, … Read more
RESTORATIVE JUSTICE AND DOMESTIC and SEXUALIZED VIOLENCE in NOVA SCOTIA
The member organizations of the Transition House Association of Nova Scotia and Women’s Centres Connect together with Alice House support women and children in Nova Scotia who have experienced Domestic and Sexualized Violence. As experts who bear witness to the toll these heinous crimes take in our communities, we consider the province-wide moratorium against the … Read more
Purple Ribbon Campaign
As we approach the 16 Days of Action to Eliminate Violence Against Women (25 Nov-10 Dec), wear a purple ribbon to remember women who have died violently and raise awareness of this heinous crime. THANS sells beautiful artisanal leather purple ribbons hand-crafted by a local artist ($5 each), and all proceeds will go to directly … Read more
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND HEAT
Recently, a journalist asked us to comment on whether it was true that domestic violence increases in hot weather. The response of the Executive Directors’ of THANS member organizations is so powerful that I am compelled to share it here: Member organizations of the Transition House Association of Nova Scotia do not necessarily see a … Read more
Naomi Society- New Hours
Naomi Society hours will change as of Tuesday, July 3, 2018 New Hours: 0800-1600, Monday to Friday 902.863.3807 Please note that there is not always counsellors in the office during regular business hours as they may be out supporting clients. After Hours: Tearmann Transition House (New Glasgow) 1.888.831.0330 Leeside Society (Port Hawkesbury) 1.800.565.3390
Leeside Transition House AGM
June 28 at 7 PM Evergreen Senior’s Club Embree St. Port Hawkesbury. Guest Speaker: Connie Saulnier.