ANS Weekly Community Grapevine – October 7th 2025
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ANS Weekly Community Grapevine – October 7th 2025
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“We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.”
-African Proverb
Are you an African Nova Scotian student thinking about your next steps after high school? PREP Academy invites you to the College & University Expo on November 1st, 2025, at NSCC Ivany Campus; an event designed to help students plan your educational journey and connect with opportunities across Canada.
Students can explore college and university programs, meet campus representatives, and discover scholarships and financial supports designated for African Nova Scotians. The event also showcases a number student supports for Black learners, providing opportunities to connect with mentors and community members who are committed to helping you succeed.
In addition to valuable information, attendees can enjoy a fun and engaging atmosphere with music, prizes, a guest speaker, and free lunch. On-the-spot online applications will be available for free, and travel support is accessible for students coming from outside the HRM area.
Parents and guardians are welcome to attend. Take this chance to step toward your dreams and be part of a day dedicated to growth, inspiration, and African Nova Scotian excellence. Sign up by October 17th, 2025.
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Employment Opportunities:
The Nova Scotia Government’s Department of:
NEW 1. African Nova Scotian Affairs is hiring a Program Director, Land Titles Initiative (Designated) . This term position is designated to Black/ African Nova Scotians or other racially visible persons. The bi-weekly salary is $4,136.98 – $5,171.21. The application deadline is October 10th. Click HERE for more information.
NEW 2. Opportunities and Social Development is hiring a Care Coordinator (IPSC) (Bilingual) . This position encourages Black / African Nova Scotians to apply for this permanent role that has a bi-weekly salary of $2,653.85 – $3,231.58. The application deadline is October 15th. Click HERE for more information.
NEW 3. African Nova Scotian Affairs is hiring an Administrative Assistant (Secretary 3) – Designated . This permanent position is designated for Black/ African Nova Scotians and other racialized persons. This bi-weekly salary of $2,556.10 – $3,107.16. The application deadline is October 15th. Click HERE for more information.
NEW 4. African Nova Scotian Affairs is hiring a Secretary 2 (Administrative Assistant) (Designated) . This permanent position is designated for Black/ African Nova Scotians and other racially visible persons. The bi-weekly salary is $1,684.00 – $1,884.17. The application deadline is October 20th. Click HERE for more information.
5. Justice is hiring a Program Lead, Built Environment . This opportunity is open to African Nova Scotians through their Employment Equity Policy. The bi-weekly salary for this permanent role is $3,418.96 – $4,273.75. The application deadline is TONIGHT . Click HERE for more information.
6. African Nova Scotian Affairs is hiring a Program Admin Officer 3 (Designated) . This position is designated to African Nova Scotians and People of African Descent. This term position has a bi-weekly salary of $2,556.10 – $3,107.16. The application deadline is TONIGHT . Click HERE for more information.
NEW The Nova Scotia Community College is hiring for a couple of positions:
1. African Nova Scotian and Black Student Advisor (PS3) (Sydney) . This full-time role is designated for members of the Black/ African Nova Scotian Community. The annual salary is $72,470.25 – $93,456.74. The application deadline is October 9th. Click HERE for more information.
2. African Nova Scotian and Black Student Advisor (PS3) (Kentville) . This full-time role is designated for members of the Black/ African Nova Scotian Community. The annual salary is $72,470.25 – $93,456.74. The application deadline is October 21st. Click HERE for more information.
NEW The Laing House is hiring a Fund Development Manager . They encourage Black/ African Nova Scotians to apply to this full-time position. The annual salary is $70,000 – $85,000. This position is open until filled. Click HERE for more information.
Dalhousie University is hiring for the following roles:
NEW 1. Custodial Supervisor . They encourage Black/ African Nova Scotians to apply. This full-time role has an annual salary of $59,555 – $79,673. The application deadline is October 10th. Click HERE for more information.
NEW 2. Registration, Academic Scheduling and Transfer Credit Clerk . They encourage Black / African Nova Scotians to apply. This temporary position has an hourly wage of $27.37. Application deadline is October 13th 2025. Click HERE for more information.
3. Associate Director, Student Support Team . They encourage Black/ African Nova Scotians to apply. This full-time role has an annual salary of $77,938 – $104,545. Applications are due on October 9th. Click HERE for more information.
4. Assistant Vice-President Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility and Belonging . This position is designated for individuals of equity-deserving groups (i.e. Black/African Nova Scotians). Application deadline October 26th. Click HERE for more information.
NEW IWK Health is hiring a Child Life Specialist, Child Life Centrewide . They encourage Black/African Nova Scotians to apply for this full-time role. The hourly salary is $34.80 – $44.82. The application deadline is October 21st. Click HERE for more information.
NEW The Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia (ASNS) is hiring for an Education Coordinator (Parental Leave – 12 months) . The role is seeking an applicant who would provide support in the design and delivery of a suite of educational programs for persons living with dementia, their partners in care, and community and health care professionals. Black and African Nova Scotians are encouraged to apply. The application deadline is October 19th. Click HERE for more information.
PREP Academy is hiring for the following positions:
NEW 1. Finance and Administration Coordinator . The hourly salary for this part-time job is $23.00 – $27.00. This role encourages Black / African Nova Scotians to apply. The application deadline is October 19th. Click HERE for more information.
NEW 2. Marketing Intern . The hourly salary for this full-time job is $18.00 – $20.00 + vacation pay. This role encourages Black / African Nova Scotians to apply. The application deadline is October 19th. Click HERE for more information.
3. Citadel High School Student Success Coach . The annual salary for this full-time position is $41,900 – $56,565. This role is dedicated only to African Nova Scotians with ties to historic African Nova Scotian communities. Application deadline October 12th. Click HERE for more information.
Saint Mary’s University is hiring a permanent Outreach and Engagement Librarian . They encourage Black / African Nova Scotians to apply. The salary ranges based on experience, $65,897 – $71,259 (Librarian I) or $72,870 – $82,822 (Librarian II). Application deadline October 10th. Click HERE for more information.
Halifax Regional Municipality is hiring for an Emergency Vehicle Technician . As stated in their Employment Equity Policy, they welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons. The annual salary for this full-time position is $98,035.08 – $106,749.31. Application deadline October 18th. Click HERE for more information.
My Climate Plan is hiring a Community Organizer . They strongly encourage applications from individuals from historically and currently marginalized groups (i.e. Black/racialized groups). This remote position has an hourly wage of $40.00. Applications are open until filled. Click HERE for more information.
Halifax Port Authority (HPA) is hiring a Compliance and Risk Manager . At the HPA they embrace a culture of belonging and encourage applications from employment-equity group members. The Compliance and Risk Manager is responsible for overseeing HPA’s risk management framework and regulatory compliance program. Click HERE for more information.
HomeBridge Youth Society is hiring a Youth Care Worker . They encourage applicants from employment equity groups to apply. The starting hourly wage for this part-time role is $22.73 ( plus premium rates applied on nights and weekends). Application deadline is open until filled. Click HERE for more information.
Programs, Events, Grants & Additional Opportunities:
NEW Join the Nova Scotia Brotherhood, in collaboration with the Health Association of African Canadians, as they are hosting an introductory session in New Glasgow to raise awareness about their Newly Expanded Initiative in the Northern Zone. This event is taking place at the Ward One Centre, located at 487 Brother St, New Glasgow, on October 8th (NEW DATE) from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Click HERE for more information.
NEW Join the Jamaican Cultural Association of Nova Scotia (JCANS) for the JCANS Gala 2025 Event ! Attend for a night of fun, food, and dancing at The Westin Nova Scotian. Get ready to enjoy a delicious meal, watch great performers, hit the dance floor, and mingle with fellow attendees. You will also have the chance to win door prizes and bid on great items in a silent auction. This in-person event promises to be a memorable evening filled with great music and good company. This year they celebrate the legacy of Marcus Garvey who was a Jamaican civil rights leader in the early 20th century and had significant ties to Nova Scotia. Click HERE for more information.
Business is Jammin’ (BIJ) has the following opportunities:
NEW 1. Join BIJ for Business Over Breakfast : A chance to enjoy a great meal while engaging in a powerful conversation on the challenges faced by young Black business owners. This fundraiser is about more than just conversation; every ticket purchased helps invest in youth through education, mentorship, and entrepreneurship programs that ripple throughout families and communities in Atlantic Canada. This event will take place at the Marriott Hotel, Halifax, on October 22nd from 9:30 am – 11:30 am. Together, we can inspire the next generation of business leaders and changemakers. Click HERE for more information.
2. Are you a young Black entrepreneur, university student, career professional, or community leader? (BIJ) is looking for YOU to help inspire the next generation! Through Role Models on the Road , BIJ is bringing inspiring voices into junior high and high schools across the province. These student-led panels give youth the chance to ask real questions about careers, education, and life experiences and to see themselves in your story. This initiative will be ongoing throughout the school year. Sign up today and be the spark that helps a student see new possibilities. Click HERE for more information.
Applications are now open for the Senator Don Oliver Black Voices Prize ! One prize ($5,000 cash) is awarded each year to an emerging or early-career writer working in any genre of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, or writing for children/YA whose book-length work-in-progress shows promise and career-advancing merit. Eligible writers are Black and/or African Nova Scotian. Application deadline October 9th. Click HERE for more information.
Virtual PCANAD conference themed ” Inspired Leadership: Empowering Black Nurses at Every Level ,” is taking place from October 15th to October 17th, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EDT. They are offering FREE registration for for all college and undergraduate students. This gathering celebrates the excellence of Black nurses and nursing students leading change in the Canadian healthcare system, and offers dynamic presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. Click HERE for more information.
The Supporting Black Canadian Communities (SBCC) initiative portal is now open. The SBCC initiative was created by the federal government through Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) to help increase the capacity of grassroots not-for-profit organizations serving Black communities in Canada. The objective of their Capacity Building Program is to provide project funding to support Black-led and/or Black-serving organizations to increase their organizational capacity and improve their workplaces and community spaces. The objective of their Capital Assistance Program is to provide project funding to support Black-led and/or Black-serving organizations to undertake significant capital projects that involve tangible assets like buildings, equipment, facilities, and infrastructure. The tentative SBCCI round 4 application period is from September 15th to October 15th, 2025. Click HERE for more information.
The Annual African Nova Scotian Music Association (ANSMA) Awards are taking place October 9th at 7 pm. This is ANSMA’s flagship event that the community looks forward to. An evening of celebration, music, achievement and Black Excellence. Performances by some of the African Nova Scotian communities’ best talent can be expected when attending the awards, in addition to a variety of creatives being acknowledged for the work they have put in during the year. Contributions from the province’s music trailblazers will also be recognized for their impact each year during this ceremony. This year’s theme for the 27th ANSMA Award Show is Roots and Rhythm! Click HERE for more information.
Join Futurpreneur for Funding Futures: Building Entrepreneurial Connections , an evening dedicated to fostering entrepreneurial growth and meaningful connections. Centered on the growth of Halifax’s young entrepreneurs (ages 18-39), learn about opportunities and resources in your area. Hosted in partnership with the YWCA Flourish Fund, this event brings together local entrepreneurs, mentors, and experts in the community to share insights on funding, business growth, and building supportive networks. Connect with peers and mentors, learn about funding opportunities, and strengthen your network. This event is taking place at the Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre, 5907 Gorsebrook Ave, Halifax, on October 20th, from 6:00–8:00 PM. Click HERE for more information.
Blk Women in Excellence (BWIE) invites you to their Rural AI Edge program. It is designed to help Black women entrepreneurs in rural communities harness the power of Artificial Intelligence to grow, streamline, and future-proof their businesses. Over 8 weeks, participants move from understanding AI basics to implementing AI-powered strategies in marketing, e-commerce, finance, and operations—leaving with a customized plan ready for action. This program has a hybrid delivery and starts October 2025. Spots are limited. Click HERE for more information.
Call for Focus Group participants: are you an African Nova Scotian that no longer lives in an African Nova Scotian Community? The study purpose is to gain a deeper understanding of what makes African Nova Scotian cultural identity unique. The study will involve talking to African Nova Scotians who no longer live in their hereditary communities to understand how they describe, explain, and stay connected to their cultural identity. This will involve a 90-min session in October or November. Participants will be compensated $50 cash for participating. Click HERE for more information.
The Road to Economic Prosperity invites you to their 5th Annual Road to Economic Prosperity Summit . Marking the culmination of their 5-Year Plan and boldly launching into their 6–11 Year Strategy, the 2025 Road to Economic Prosperity (REP) Summit will bring together African Nova Scotian communities, leaders, and partners for a day of recognition, dialogue, and action. This year’s theme is “Roots and Wings: Grounded in History, Soaring to New Heights,” featuring keynote speakers, dignitary greetings, cultural performances, certificates of appreciation, and participatory sessions designed to both reflect on progress and map the road ahead. This is a Pay What You Can event, with a minimum contribution of $5. The event takes place Friday, October 17th from 9 am to 3 pm. Seating is limited; register ASAP. Click HERE for more information.
Scholarships & Bursaries:
The PREP Academy online Scholarship Directory provides African Nova Scotian students access to a digital list of funding awards that can help support a student’s education. Organizations can POST awards for students to access. Click HERE to access.
FREE MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORTS
The Halifax Maternal Wellness Program is a new Halifax-wide initiative that supports mothers, birthing people and families during pregnancy, the postpartum and early parenthood. It’s completely free and offers: family, couples and perinatal counselling sessions, Mom-to-Mom Support Circle, a 6-week maternal wellness program twice a year, and information resources for new parents, partners and caregivers. Click HERE for more information.
African Nova Scotian and Black youth across Canada deserve mental health and well-being support informed by their rich cultures and diverse lived experiences. RiseUp powered by Kids Help Phone is a national, 24/7, bilingual E-Mental Health Support Service for Black youth. The service is free and available from coast to coast to coast. Click HERE for more information.
The North End Community Health Centre offers mental health services through their PAUSE Mental Health program. They are open from 5 pm to 8 pm on Tuesdays & Thursdays for over the phone appointments, and Wednesday’s for in-person appointments at 2131 Gottingen Street. Please call their toll free number (1-800-598-5270) at any time, and leave your name and phone number to be matched with a therapist.
alongside are providing support to people of African Descent in Nova Scotia with their Provincial Impact Toll Free Line . This includes mental health supports, social supports, education information and supports, public health COVID-19 information and supports, and much more! Call them, toll free @ 1-855-732-1253.
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