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The Deep Despair in Nova Scotia: A Call for Climate Justice, Equality, and Robust Social Safety Net

2023-09-28T05:33:06+00:00

In the heart of Nova Scotia, a wave of despair has swept over everyone except the very affluent. This despair, deeply rooted in hopelessness, is a grim response to converging crises in affordability, climate, and health, all seemingly unsolvable through our current political approaches. The deep-seated distrust of government, as indicated by statistic from Engage Nova Scotia, and the recent by-election in Preston, highlight a demand for immediate relief from suffering. The recent by-election in the Preston riding brought to light the immediate concerns of its citizens. On August 8, 2023, the constituents voted not for long-term change but against policies [...]

The Deep Despair in Nova Scotia: A Call for Climate Justice, Equality, and Robust Social Safety Net2023-09-28T05:33:06+00:00

The Importance of Supporting Bill C-223: A National Framework for a Guaranteed Livable Basic Income

2023-06-05T12:03:53+00:00

The Nova Scotia Action Coalition for Community Well-Being is advocating for the support of Bill C-223, An Act to Develop a National Framework for a Guaranteed Livable Basic Income. We believe that this bill has the potential to make a significant difference in the lives of millions of Canadians living in poverty, and we urge Members of Parliament to support it when it is tabled in the House of Commons. First, let's clarify what a guaranteed livable basic income is and how it differs from a universal basic income. A guaranteed livable basic income would be available only to those whose [...]

The Importance of Supporting Bill C-223: A National Framework for a Guaranteed Livable Basic Income2023-06-05T12:03:53+00:00

GOVERNMENT CLAIM OF “NO CONTROL” WHILE POVERTY WORSENS A RECKLESS APPROACH

2022-11-07T00:10:00+00:00

November 7th, 2022 Premier Tim Houston Office of the Premier 7th Floor, One Government Place 1700 Granville Street P.O. Box 726 Halifax, NS B3J 2T3 RE: OPEN LETTER -GOVERNMENT CLAIM OF “NO CONTROL” WHILE POVERTY WORSENS A RECKLESS APPROACH Dear Premier Houston, Last week in the provincial legislature the Premier said “Inflation is certainly putting a lot of pressure on families. There’s no question about that. On this side of the House, we know, and we have a fear – we try to control what we can, but some things we can’t control.” This was echoed by the Minister of Community [...]

GOVERNMENT CLAIM OF “NO CONTROL” WHILE POVERTY WORSENS A RECKLESS APPROACH2022-11-07T00:10:00+00:00

PRESS RELEASE (FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE) – DOCTORS, NURSES, SOCIAL WORKERS, TEACHERS AND LAWYERS JOIN TOGETHER IN THE FIGHT TO ERADICATE POVERTY

2022-10-18T18:28:51+00:00

PRESS RELEASE (FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE) - DOCTORS, NURSES, SOCIAL WORKERS, TEACHERS AND LAWYERS JOIN TOGETHER IN THE FIGHT TO ERADICATE POVERTY.  K'JIPUKTUK (HALIFAX, NS) On October 17th, 2022 (the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty) the Nova Scotia Action Coalition for Community Well-Being launched its new campaign called Poverty is a Political Choice. The campaign calls on professionals to stand united in order to eradicate poverty by demanding that government implement all of the policy recommendations from the CCPA_NS Child and Family Report Card. The campaign which features digital billboards across Nova Scotia and a campaign webpage aims to raise the public discourse on the [...]

PRESS RELEASE (FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE) – DOCTORS, NURSES, SOCIAL WORKERS, TEACHERS AND LAWYERS JOIN TOGETHER IN THE FIGHT TO ERADICATE POVERTY2022-10-18T18:28:51+00:00

MEDIA ADVISORY – Campaign Launch – Poverty is a Political Choice

2022-10-14T18:20:12+00:00

MEDIA ADVISORY - Campaign Launch - Poverty is a Political Choice K'JIPUKTUK (HALIFAX, NS) On October 17th, 2022 (the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty) the Nova Scotia Action Coalition for Community Well-Being will launch its new campaign Poverty is a Political Choice, which aims to build momentum towards the eradication of poverty.  The launch of the campaign will feature health and social service providers, first voice participants and policy researchers who will demonstrate that poverty has been legislated into existence through chosen policy approaches to social welfare followed by a refusal to fix social programs we know are inadequate [...]

MEDIA ADVISORY – Campaign Launch – Poverty is a Political Choice2022-10-14T18:20:12+00:00

Poverty is a Political Choice- Panel Discussion on International Day for the Eradication of Poverty

2022-10-05T14:43:54+00:00

On October 17th, 2022, the Nova Scotia Action Coalition for Community Well-Being and its partners will be holding an event to mark the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. This event will also mark the launch of our "Poverty is a Political Choice" campaign so we are hoping for a large presence at this event so that we can build meaningful action and momentum to eradicate poverty in Nova Scotia. You can join us in person at the Halifax Central Library in the Paul O’Regan Hall or join us online at 6:30 pm. You can register for the event here Although all provinces [...]

Poverty is a Political Choice- Panel Discussion on International Day for the Eradication of Poverty2022-10-05T14:43:54+00:00

For Immediate Release – NSACCW and CEU Condemn Premier Houston’s Letter to Federal Environment Minister Guilbeault Blaming Energy Poverty on Climate Justice Inaction

2022-09-06T11:54:30+00:00

For Immediate Release. September 6th, 2022 KJIPUKTUK (HALIFAX, NS)- Today the Nova Scotia Action Coalition for Community Wellbeing (NSACCW) and the Climate Emergency Unit (CEU) is condemning Premier Houston’s Letter to Federal Environment Minister Guilbeault. “Using energy poverty as an excuse for climate justice inaction is beyond words. The Premier and his Atlantic counterparts are responsible for the presence and festering of energy poverty in the region,” states Alec Stratford Executive Director and Registrar with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers and Chair of NSACCW. “It is the provinces who hold the policy levers to end energy poverty, to [...]

For Immediate Release – NSACCW and CEU Condemn Premier Houston’s Letter to Federal Environment Minister Guilbeault Blaming Energy Poverty on Climate Justice Inaction2022-09-06T11:54:30+00:00

Request for Proposals | Website Developers | Anti-Eviction Mapping

2022-07-24T18:32:45+00:00

Who We Are The Nova Scotia Action Coalition for Community Well-Being is a coalition of community members dedicated to working strategically and collaboratively towards community wellbeing and a better quality of life for everyone. We exist to connect a community of action-oriented organizations and people who are committed to social inclusion and building a Nova Scotia where no one lives in poverty. Our Mission We work strategically and collaboratively, provide leadership and advocacy to secure effective public policy to reduce poverty and related inequities in Nova Scotia. Our Vision A Nova Scotia where no one lives in poverty. Our Values Call [...]

Request for Proposals | Website Developers | Anti-Eviction Mapping2022-07-24T18:32:45+00:00

NSACCW AGM and Conversation on Universal Basic Income

2022-05-19T18:48:27+00:00

Join us on June 17th, 2022 from 12 pm-1:30 pm for our AGM featuring Dr. Elizabeth (Mandy) Kay-Raining Bird. Register Here  The Nova Scotia Action Coalition for Community Well-Being is a coalition of community members dedicated to working strategically and collaboratively towards community wellbeing and a better quality of life for everyone. We exist to connect a community of action-oriented organizations and people committed to social inclusion and building a Nova Scotia where no one lives in poverty. Last year the Coalition completed a number of core activities towards more effective public policy to reduce poverty and related inequities in Nova [...]

NSACCW AGM and Conversation on Universal Basic Income2022-05-19T18:48:27+00:00

Work for the Coalition- Coalition seeking “Coalition Coordinator”

2022-04-27T17:22:40+00:00

Coalition Coordinator  About US We are a coalition of volunteer community members dedicated to working strategically and collaboratively towards community well-being and a better quality of life for everyone. We exist to connect a community of action-oriented organizations and people who are committed to social inclusion and building a Nova Scotia where no one lives in poverty  Our Goals and Objectives: Income, Social Security, and Dignified Employment: All Nova Scotians are ensured dignified access to a livable income Housing Security: Safe, secure, accessible, and affordable housing is a realizable human right for all Nova Scotians Public Education, Health, and Social Services [...]

Work for the Coalition- Coalition seeking “Coalition Coordinator”2022-04-27T17:22:40+00:00
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