Provincial Resources

911 if your health, safety or property is threatened and you need help right away. The 911 call taker (operator) will notify emergency responders, like fire, police or ambulance.  911 emergency: when to call

Non-Emergencies including accessing a shelter if homeless

Directory of Police Agencies in Nova Scotia

Directory of RCMP Offices in Nova Scotia

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Inclement Weather Info
If the electricity goes out for more than 48 hours there should be a Comfort Centre somewhere near you where they offer warmth, coffee, meals, cell phone charging and/or showers. Call 211 - they should know where they all are. In rural areas they could be a your local fire station or community centre. The info does not seem to be available in advance. They are open to everyone not just people who are homeless although in really cold or hot weather a cooling or warming centre might be available for people who are homeless. 

hfxALERT 

Halifax mass notification system keeping residents informed about emergencies and operations updates. 
 

Comfort Centres

Halifax - In conditions that don’t require an evacuation, during an emergency the municipality may establish or support community comfort centers whereby a resident population may visit to receive essential needs like meals, hygiene facilities, electronic device charging capabilities. Call 311 for information.

 
Power Outages - Nova Scotia Power
1-877-428-6004. An automated service to let you know when the electricity will be bank on or report a power outage  or via their website. Dial and you will be asked for your postal code.

Storm Preparation

• https://www.getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/hzd/pwrtgs-bfr-en.aspx

• Red Cross Check List which suggests have a radio with batteries, a flashlight, don''t open your fridge and find a neighbour

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CAP sites

Free computer access is available in many communities throughout the province. They may also provide free basic training on various software. Contact them for hours and services.

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NS Heat Rebate Program

Apply annually from November to March. Receive up to $200 in assistance annually.

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Efficiency NS 

Free home assessments. light bulb replacement, new no flow tap and shower nozzles, indoor clothesline and night lights. Available to renters but must go through landlord.

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NS Legal Aid

List a number of resources on their website. Nova Scotia Legal Aid has many free legal services to help adults and youth facing a range of legal issues. They have in person assistance in various communities.

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NSPIRG (Nova Scotia Public Interest Research Group)

Provides support and resources to community members and students at Dalhousie University and King's college who are working to engage and inspire action around social and environmental issues. Library with tons of interesting books, films and magazines. Twitter @NSPIRG. E-calendar of community & campus events, email "subscribe" to info@nspirg.ca

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Seniors’ Home Safety Program

Offers support and advice through home visits and community presentations to help keep seniors safe in their homes. Free service for seniors 55+ living in Halifax, Dartmouth and the communities extending from Bedford to Sambro Loop. Topics include: frauds and scams, elder abuse, insurance, valuables etching, fire safety and fall prevention. Call (902) 490-2554 or email seniorssafety@halifax.ca to book a visit or presentation or for more information.

 

Ontario Human Rights Commission: Indigenous spiritual practices

Provides information on smudging in rental homes.

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Rental and Housing Info

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Housing 411

Landlord ratings

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Bed Bug Registry

Lists properties that have or had bedbugs. Provides some information aobut what to do if your place has bedbugs

 

Yomes

A movement by renters, for renters to create an insider’s perspective on rental properties.

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Tenants Rights Guide

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Free Necessities

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Food Banks

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Call 211 for locations

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Nova Scotia Helps Society
A Facebook group that you can join to request or give away stuff: Food (not expired); Clothing; Toiletries; Baby Items (clothing, diapers, formula, and baby food); Furniture (3 item limit)

Free in the Valley (Annapolis) - Facebook group to join to trade, request or give away item(s). 

Brunswick St Mission - Free Clothing, Household goods, baby layette. Mondays 9am to 2pm (closed 1130am to 1230pm for lunch). Must bring your own shopping or reusable bags.  Closed Monday, November 25th, 2019 to January 13, 2020 2107 Brunswick St Halifax 902-423-4605 e: bsm1@eastlink.ca 

Brunswick St Mission - Christmas Shop November 25th, 2019 to January 13, 2020  - select gifts for children and family members 2107 Brunswick Street Halifax 902-423-4605 e: bsm1@eastlink.ca 

Dejavu Clothing Room - Adsum House, Monday – Thursday 1-3 2421 Brunswick Street, Halifax
Contact Fiona at 902-423-4422, or email householdco@adsumforwomen.org.

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Free Menstral Products are now available at Halifax Central Public Library

Free Equipment Rental

Halifax - Skates Adventure Earth Snowshoes Bedford/Hammonds Plains Snowshoes, pedometers Captain William Spry Nordic Walking Poles, Scooters, Skateboards, Snowshoes

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Libraries and Towns - often offer free bike rentals and other equipment rentals