A helpline will offer you advice, information, and support over the phone. The phone calls are free, often open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and are confidential. Youth Help Line (902) 420-8336 Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868 HRM
[...]Click here if you would like more information about sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other LGBTQ related questions. These resources are for queer youth, their families and their friends. The Youth Project: “Provides support and services to youth 25
[...]If you are a young person or know someone who is homeless or living on the street, click here. The following resources are places to get a free meal if you are hungry or drop in centres if you need
[...]If you, a friend, or a family member ever find yourself in a situation where you have no place to live, here is a list of emergency shelters that will provide you with a place to live, food and support.
[...]Do you feel like you or someone you know is struggling with an addiction or a mental health concern? Click here for a list of resources such as detox, needle exchanges, addiction services, and mental health referrals. IWK Health Centre
[...]Do you need support through the court process? Legal aid? Are you a woman in conflict with the law and would like support? Dalhousie Legal Aid Service: “Provides legal services to those who otherwise would not be able to afford
[...]In a support group, members share their experiences, offer each other encouragement, advice, and emotional support. Click here if you would like more information on support groups about alcoholism, narcotic addiction, gambling, or emotions. Al-Anon and Alateen: “Support group for
[...]Click here if you want information on sexual health, sexual assault, pre-natal classes, pregnancy, or supportive housing for young mothers. Halifax Sexual Health Centre: “promotes sexual and reproductive health within an environment that respects and supports individual choice.” Address: 6009
[...]If you are looking for something to do afterschool, or wanting to get involved with the community click here! Boys and Girls Clubs: Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Greater Halifax: Address: 86 Ochterloney Street, Dartmouth, Ns Phone: 902-466-5437 Email:
[...]Family Resource Centres offer programming for parents, children, and the family such as pre and post-natal support, child development programs, and parenting programs. Generally these centres offer services to families with children prenatal to age 6. Bayers Westwood Family Resource
[...]There are many many community centres around the HRM. Click on the website to find the nearest community centre to you! These centres offer recreation programs such as swimming, skating, weight rooms, baseball, basketball, and much more. http://www.halifax.ca/rec/reccentres.html
Are you in need of lightly used clothing or furniture? Are you in need of some extra food? Click here for a list of food and furniture banks. Feed Nova Scotia Address: 213 Bedford Highway, Halifax, NS Phone: 902-457-1900 Website:
[...]Do you need help finding a job? Making a resume? Looking to get your GED or finish some high school credits? Click here for some resources to help you with finding a job or finishing your schooling. Job Junction: “A
[...]Click here for resources specifically for Aboriginal people , such as housing support, a friendship centre, and information on HIV/AIDs. Mi’kmaq Native Friendship Centre: “Provides services for Mi’kmaq people including a learning centre, youth programs, adult literacy, cultural development, employment
[...]Help Lines Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868 Problem Gambling Helpline 1-888-347-8888 Smokers Helpline 1-877-513-5333 Employment Support Work preparation Youth.gc.ca Job Search Sites www.jobbank.gc.ca www.careerbeacon.com Recreation YMCA’s in Canada offer a variety of services and programs for youth such as recreational activities,
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