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SUMMARY:2025 Housing Symposium: From Crisis to Commitment
DESCRIPTION:To download a full PDF agenda with speaker bios and session descriptions\, please click here. \nA condensed Agenda Leaflet is also available for download. \nIn a world facing unprecedented crises—whether economic\, political\, social\, or environmental—we are shifting the narrative from reaction to proactive transformation. Join us as we explore how the housing sector can adopt a forward-thinking mindset rooted in commitment\, innovation\, and sustainability! With dynamic keynote addresses\, interactive panel discussions\, and engaging speakers\, this symposium offers a unique opportunity to explore groundbreaking solutions that can transform urban landscapes\, boost affordability\, and foster inclusive communities. \nThis conference is a call to action for change! Be inspired by leaders sharing innovative housing ideas\, learn new sustainable building strategies\, and participate in important discussions on policy\, technology\, and social responsibility. Tickets are still available for purchase on Eventbrite. \nAgenda\n8:00 – 8:30 am  \nRegistration\, Guild Hall Entrance \n8:30 – 9:05 am. \nWelcome\, opening remarks\, land acknowledgement\, Guild Hall \n9:10 – 10:00 am \nOpening Keynote – Krissy Fry \n10:00 – 10:20 am – Refreshment Break \n10:25 – 11:25 am – Breakout Sessions \nSpeaker: Daniel Mowat-Rose – Guild Hall\nTopic: The Groves at Hillsdale: an innovative approach to shared equity development – legal commentary and overview of progress to date  \nPanel: Mark Kennedy\, Kit Hickey and Ren Thomas – Commons Room \nTopic:  Mapping the Future of Community Housing \nSpeaker: Sarah Blades  – C-Room #1\nTopic: Housing and Mental Health for Children\, Youth and Families: Impact\, Inclusion and Inspiration for Policy Improvement  \nNaloxone Training – C-Room #2\nSpeaker: Megan Horochuk   \n11:30 am – 12:40 pm – Lunch Break (Guild Hall & Commons Room) \n12:45 – 1: 45 pm – Breakout Sessions \nSpeaker: Stephan Richard & Pat O’Neil  – Guild Hall\nTopic: Unlocking growth: A new way to build investment readiness in community housing.   \nSpeaker: Katie Brousseau – Commons Room\nTopic: Bridging Shelter and Systems: Legal Interpretations\, Frontline Realities and the Long-Term Impacts of Homelessness   \nSpeaker: Charlene Gagnon  – C-Room #1\nTopic: From friction to flow – Reimagining technology in housing service delivery  \nSpeaker: Hannah Main – C-Room #2\nTopic: Tenancy Rights \n1:50 – 2:00 pm \nSpeaker: Minister Colton Leblanc\, Department of Growth & Development – Guild Hall \n2:05 – 3:05 pm – Breakout Sessions \nPanel: Trish McCourt\, Nick Russell\, Michael Kabalen\, and Jason Brunt – Guild Hall\nModerator: Allison Ferris \nTopic: Build Canada Homes Initiative \nSpeakers: Erika Shea and Megan Peters  – Commons Room\nTopic: From Shelter to Home: A Community-Led Housing Continuum in Cape Breton.   \nSpeaker: Ashley Legere  – C-Room #1\nTopic: Rural Strategies for Ending Homelessness in Cumberland County.   \nPanel Discussion: Nancy Baroni\, Em Blanchet\, Kay Spurr\, Camila Bermudez\, Shauna Brousseau  – C-Room #2\nTopic: Service Coordination in Homelessness and the Critical Role of Data in Designing Effective Solutions \n3:05 – 3:20 pm – Refreshment Break \n3:25 – 4:20  \nClosing Keynote Address – Guild Hall\nSpeaker: Michèle Biss \nTopic: How the legal foundations inform our commitments to more just and sustainable outcomes    \nHarm Reduction Training  – C-Room #2\nSpeaker: Jo Parker and Landon Morton   \n  \nSpecial thanks to our sponsors! \n 
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/2025-housing-symposium-from-crisis-to-commitment/
LOCATION:Atlantica Hotel\, 1980 Robie Street\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 3G5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250925T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250925T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
CREATED:20250904T170512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T170512Z
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SUMMARY:United by Song
DESCRIPTION:YOU ARE INVITED to United by Song! \nA United Way Maritimes signature event\, United by Song celebrates community through storytelling and song. United by Song brings to life the stories of Nova Scotians who have triumphed with the support of donations made to United Way. Individuals who have received support from United Way donor-funded programs are matched with local artists who compose original songs based on their journeys. \nSongwriters: Eliza Rhinelander\, Terra Spencer\, Dave Carroll \nStorytellers: Sara Mae Carpenter\, Michael Dunkerley\, Ian Capstick
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/united-by-song-2/
LOCATION:DeCoste Performing Arts Centre\, 99 Water Street\, Pictou\, Nova Scotia\, B0K 1H0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240531T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240531T153000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T140312Z
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SUMMARY:Special Members Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Notice is hereby given that the President and CEO of United Way Halifax will hold a Special Meeting of Members on May 31\, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Boat Club\, 1641 Fairfield Rd.  The purpose of this Special Members Meeting is to adopt the motions required to bring together United Way Halifax with six other United Ways organizations located in Nova Scotia\, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island under a new regional organization. \nOn May 1\, 2023\, each of the seven boards of directors voted in favour of a resolution to proceed with the due diligence and planning required to combine the organizations into a single new entity. Now it is required that the members adopt motions authorizing United Way Halifax to continue under the Canada not-for-profit Corporations Act and amalgamate with the other United Ways. \nPlease register to attend via Eventbrite. \nFor more information see the documents below: \nSpecial Resolution for Continuance and Amalgamation and Accompanying Documents
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/special-members-meeting/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Boat Club\, 1641 Fairfield Rd\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 2A6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240124T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
CREATED:20240117T203045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T040324Z
UID:7515-1706092200-1706101200@www.unitedwayhalifax.ca
SUMMARY:United in Poverty Action Report Launch Event
DESCRIPTION:United in Poverty Action Report Launch\nIn 2018\, United Way Halifax launched Building Poverty Solutions\, a report that focused on solutions to support people experiencing poverty. Now more than 5 years later\, we’re launching an update – United in Poverty Action Report. \nJoin us for the launch of this report and hear from United Way leadership\, a first-voice community perspective\, political decision makers and business leaders about why addressing poverty is critical as our city continues to grow. \nClick here to register online. \nASL interpretation will be available. Light refreshments will be provided. \nParking is extremely limited\, please use nearby paid parking or public transportation if possible. Please enter via the accessible entrance on Maitland Street.
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/united-in-poverty-action-report-launch-event/
LOCATION:St. George’s Round Church\, 2221 Maitland Street\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3K 2Z3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230906T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230906T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
CREATED:20230808T160646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T175735Z
UID:7189-1694014200-1694019600@www.unitedwayhalifax.ca
SUMMARY:97th Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Bridging the Gap – It Starts With United\nJoin us at Pier 21 for our 97th Annual General Meeting\, as we cover the important events of the last fiscal year\, update you on the progress of our strategic plan and more. This year\, our panel discussion will explore the impacts of climate change on our most marginalized communities. Stay tuned for more details on our panelists. \nLight refreshments will be served following the meeting. \nAll are welcome. The venue is accessible and ASL interpretation will be available. Please let us know if you require any other accommodations. Please register online. \nWe look forward to seeing you! \nImportant documents for this meeting: \n97th Annual AGM Agenda \n2022-23 Financial Statements \n2021-22 AGM Final Meeting Minutes – FINAL
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/97th-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Pier 21\, Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 1055 Marginal Road\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 4P7\, Canada
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230530
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SUMMARY:Menstrual May
DESCRIPTION:United Way Halifax needs your help for Menstrual May! \nMenstrual May is a menstrual product collection effort presented by United Way Halifax\, NSGEU and Halifax Public Libraries. We’re asking businesses and individuals in our network to collect and donate as many menstrual products as possible. \nOnce the drive is completed\, teams of volunteers will deliver the menstrual products to United Way funded agencies and community organizations serving women and transgender individuals. \nDonations will be accepted at the following locations between May 8 – 29: \n–             NSGEU’s head office (255 John Savage Avenue\, Dartmouth) \n–             all of Halifax Public Libraries’ 14 branches (from Musquodoboit Harbour to Tantallon) \nMaking menstrual products available in bathrooms throughout the city is another small way to help alleviate the burden of poverty. If your business can make menstrual products available in your bathroom\, please do! \nWith your help\, fewer people in our community will be forced to choose between buying the menstrual products they need\, or paying for other necessities like food\, medication or transportation. \nThanks in advance for your support!
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/menstrual-may/
LOCATION:Nova Scotia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230412T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230412T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T184616Z
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SUMMARY:Songs of the City 2023
DESCRIPTION:Songs of the City is back for a one-night performance on April 12 at Alderney Landing Theatre! Join us as we welcome storytellers Sam\, Cat\, Joanne and Dylan to tell their own unique stories of resilience and personal change. They’ll be joined by five songwriters who will each write an original song based on one of the stories. \nDoors open at 6:00 p.m. \nJoin us after the show to share your thoughts and feedback\, meet the storytellers and socialize with others. Light refreshments will be provided. \nAlthough tickets are available at no cost\, please register via Eventbrite. \nIf you have accessibility requirements\, please let us know when you register so that we can best accommodate you.
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/songs-of-the-city-2023/
LOCATION:Alderney Landing\, 2 Octerloney street\, Dartmouth\, Nova Scotia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230118T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
CREATED:20230109T174636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230113T121835Z
UID:6596-1673978400-1674072000@www.unitedwayhalifax.ca
SUMMARY:CSRF Information Sessions
DESCRIPTION:United Way Halifax\, in partnership with the Red Cross and Community Foundations of Nova Scotia\, is holding two information sessions about the Community Services Recovery Fund. \nThese sessions are for community service organizations\, including registered charities and nonprofit organizations. You’ll learn all about the fund\, what kinds of projects are eligible\, how to apply and key deadlines and dates. Representatives from each funder will be here to answer your questions and concerns. \nThese sessions are hosted in partnership with the African Nova Scotian Decade for People of African Descent Coalition and will be presented using an Africentric lens. \nJanuary 17\, 6 pm -8 pm\nDelmore “Buddy” Daye Learning Institute\n5450 Cornwallis Street\nHalifax \nRegister online: Community Services Recovery Fund Information Session Tickets\, Tue\, Jan 17\, 2023 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite \nJanuary 18\, 6 pm-8 pm\nBlack Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia\n10 Cherry Brook Road\,\nCherry Brook \nRegister online: Community Services Recovery Fund Information Session Tickets\, Wed\, Jan 18\, 2023 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite \n 
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/csrf-information-sessions/
LOCATION:Nova Scotia
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230329T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T121447Z
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SUMMARY:CLT Community Input
DESCRIPTION:We’re exploring the idea of a community land trust as a way to create more affordable housing in Halifax. \nWe need your help! Attend a community learning session and participate in audience polls to share your reactions. \nUpcoming Sessions: \nMarch 29\, 2023\n \n6:00 – 7:30 p.m.\nWallace Lucas Community Centre\n596 Lucasville Road \nRegistration is not required for these sessions. If you’re able to\, please bring a smart phone or tablet to participate in audience polling. If you don’t have access to a device\, there will be extras available for use. \nStay tuned for more community learning sessions!
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/clt-community-input/
LOCATION:Nova Scotia
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221121T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
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LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T182323Z
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SUMMARY:2022 Housing Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Nova Scotians know that we are in a housing crisis.   Due to market conditions\, increasing costs\, and inadequate incomes a growing number of our friends\, family\, and communities are struggling to find and maintain housing that meets their needs.  Within the last year the number of actively homeless individuals has risen significantly across the province\, and more than doubled in Halifax.  And\, once again\, winter is just around the corner making the situation that much more dire. \nThis year’s Housing Symposium will prioritize lived experience perspectives and take a solutions-focused approach to discussing the Housing Crisis.  We’ll share research and successful implementation from elsewhere in Nova Scotia\, across Canada and around the world.  \nDate: November 21\, 2022 (Online)   \nTime: 9:00AM-2:00PM  \nLocation: Virtual\, Halifax Central Library\, BMO Room or Chebucto Connections (for in-person live stream)  \nAccessibility: Interpreter for Hearing Impaired\, Central Library Wheelchair accessible. Please reach out with any accessibility concerns to: Leah Martin Project Coordinator at lmartin@unitedwayhalifax.ca   \nPlease register online today! \nHere are supporting documents you might be interested in: \nHalifax Affordable Housing Community Land Trust – Project Information \nHalifax Affordable Housing CLT one pager
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/2022-housing-symposium/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220907T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220907T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T202147Z
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SUMMARY:Nova Scotia Harbour Swim
DESCRIPTION:You give the pledge\, they take the plunge!\nWe’re excited to see the Nova Scotia Harbour Swim event back on the Halifax waterfront\, in person\, all in support of United Way Halifax. This marks the 11th year the Province has organized this incredible event\, and we encourage everyone to support the swim in any way you can: \n\nTAKE THE PLUNGE\nIf you are able to swim 1500 metres in approximately 40 minutes AND you feel confident that you can raise $150 in pledges (or more!) for United Way Halifax\, you can sign up and join the hundred or so swimmers as they cross the Halifax Harbour from the Woodside Ferry Terminal to Bishop’s Landing.Click here to REGISTER as a swimmer \nMAKE A PLEDGE\nIf swimming across one of the largest and deepest ice-free harbours in the world isn’t your thing\, support the swimmers with a donation to United Way Halifax.Click here to SPONSOR a swimmer with a donation to United Way Halifax\nCHEER THEM ON\nHead down to the Halifax Waterfront near Bishop’s Landing on Wednesday\, Sept. 7 at 11:30 a.m. to cheer on the swimmers! There will be a BBQ\, music\, and lots of courageous swimmers that love hearing your cheers from the wharf as they cross the harbour.\n\n 
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/nova-scotia-harbour-swim/
LOCATION:Bishop’s Landing\, 1475 Lower Water Street\, Halifax
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220906T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220906T163000
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SUMMARY:United Way Halifax Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:United Way Halifax invites you to our 96th Annual General Meeting on Tuesday\, September 6\, 2022 at 3:00 pm. We are thrilled to be back in-person at Alderney Landing for this meeting. \nAt our AGM\, we’ll give an update on our 2021-22 highlights and financial statements. You’ll hear about our new strategic plan\, progress we’ve made on equity\, diversity and inclusion\, and a panel discussion about the upcoming Public Policy Training Institute. We will also be introducing new board members and honouring our 2022 Helen Cooper Award winner. \nEVENT DETAILS \nWhen: Tuesday\, September 6\, 2022 | 3:00 pm \nWhere: Alderney Landing Theatre\, 2 Ochterloney Street\, 2nd Floor \nAll are welcome but please register in advance. An ASL interpreter will be available for those with hearing impairments. If you have any other questions about accommodations\, please email Megan Jeffries at mjeffries@unitedwayhalifax.ca \nIf you’re unable to attend but would like to watch via livestream\, you can find that here. \nAGM Documents\nPosted below are the documents that will be referenced at our AGM on September 6\, 2022. Please review in advance or during our meeting. \n96th Annual General Meeting – Meeting Agenda \n95th United Way Halifax Annual General Meeting – Meeting Minutes \nBoard Nomination Report (Governance Committee) \n2022 United Way Halifax Financial Statements
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/united-way-halifax-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Alderney Landing\, 2 Octerloney street\, Dartmouth\, Nova Scotia
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SUMMARY:Zhuzh It Up Day
DESCRIPTION:Zhuzh It Up Day for United Way: The opposite of Casual Friday.\nWith so many folks now working from home\, every day is casual day. Or\, perhaps in our Zoom world\, it’s a hybrid of business casual on the top\, and comfy cozy on the bottom. Either way\, casual Fridays have lost their meaning. Aren’t you craving a bit of a fashion challenge? As we begin to reconnect with colleagues and friends in ways that suit your workplace – whether in-person\, hybrid\, or virtual – let’s put the fun back in fundraising and take on this fashion challenge in support of United Way Halifax. \nZhuzh\n/ʒʊʒ/ \nverb\nto make (something) more lively and interesting\, stylish\, or appealing\, as by a small change or addition (usually followed by the word ‘up’). In other words\, make it fancy! \nHow to Participate\n\nClick here to register your workplace and build your fundraising team page\n– registration cost is $100 donation\nPromote it in your workplace and encourage employees to sign up and post a photo of their zhuzhed up outfits\n– individual registration is $10 donation\n– all participants must be registered before Zhuzh It Up Day on April 1\nPromote and vote!\n– encourage your employees to vote for their favourite outfits in the categories of Best Canadian Tuxedo\, Best Haute Couture\, Best Business on top/Party on bottom\n– each vote cost a minimum $2 donation\n– or simply donate on your team page\nFriday\, April 1\, Zhuzh It Up Day: May the best dressed and top fundraisers win!\n– top fundraising team wins a HFX Wanderers Game Day Party Experience for 20 people (valued at $2\,000)\n– best dressed individual prizes include Zhuzh It Up gift baskets full of local gift certificates\n\nCommitted Partners
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/zhuzh-it-up-day/
LOCATION:Nova Scotia
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220308T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220329T170000
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SUMMARY:Tampon Tuesday 2022
DESCRIPTION:With increases in the costs of groceries\, housing and transportation\, it’s more important than ever to consider the impacts of period poverty. You can help! Start your workplace or home collection of menstrual products\, and drop them off to one of the locations below. \nHalifax Public Libraries \nAll branches during open hours \nNSGEU \n255 John Savage Ave\, Dartmouth\nMon-Fri\, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. \nOnce all products are collected by March 29\, we’ll count them\, package them up and deliver them to our community partners.
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/tampon-tuesday-2022/
LOCATION:Nova Scotia
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211122T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
CREATED:20210922T120223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211117T131228Z
UID:3966-1637571600-1637589600@www.unitedwayhalifax.ca
SUMMARY:Housing Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Registration now open!\nThe Halifax Housing and Homelessness Partnership will be hosting its annual Housing Symposium on November 22nd from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm via Livestream. \nThis year’s symposium will include topics such as: lessons learned through agency-led development projects; regional capacity building opportunities; the challenges faced by frontline professionals; a NS housing market outlook; progressive policy options; and more. \nThis is a critical time in housing\, with tremendous challenges and huge possibilities. \nRegister online today. We hope you can join us on November 22nd.
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/housing-symposium/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211018T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
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UID:4047-1634544000-1638792000@www.unitedwayhalifax.ca
SUMMARY:50/50 in support of Nova Scotia United Ways
DESCRIPTION:When you purchase 50/50 tickets\, you are providing safe shelter\, fresh food\, crucial connection\, and mental health supports to those in our community who depend on the programs funded by United Way. \nTicket Prices:\n100 for $50\n20 for $20\n3 for $10\n1 for $5 \nThe Nova Scotia United Way 50/50 is a win for your community\, and potentially a win for you! Don’t miss your chance\, purchase your tickets now! \nTickets available: October 18 – December 6\nDraw date: Wednesday\, December 8\nRules & Notes: \n– to participate\, you must be a resident of Nova Scotia\n– there will be one draw\n– the winner will receive 50% of the total value of ticket sales\n– the winner will be determined by a random draw\n– if applicable\, use your work email address so your 50/50 ticket purchase is counted towards your workplace’s campaign total\n– if you are part of the Government of Canada Workplace Charitable Campaign please use your work email address so that the funds raised by Government of Canada employees are split between United Way and Health Partners.
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/50-50-in-support-of-nova-scotia-united-ways/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210924T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
CREATED:20210902T104501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210923T134917Z
UID:3541-1632495600-1632499200@www.unitedwayhalifax.ca
SUMMARY:United by Song
DESCRIPTION:United by Song is a LIVE broadcast\, featuring four storytellers from across Atlantic Canada courageously sharing their stories about how programs funded by United Way donors have made a huge difference in their lives. Each person will be accompanied by a talented\, local artist debuting an original song about the storyteller’s experience. This virtual experience offers a unique opportunity for you to discover the life-changing impact of donating to United Way. \nREGISTER HERE \nLIVESTREAM HERE: unitedbysong.ca \nCOVID-safe “watch parties” are encouraged\, and we’ve put together a toolkit to help you organize one with your co-workers\, friends\, or fellow United Way donors! The details of what’s possible will vary depending on where you’re physically located\, where you work\, and what type of gathering is COVID-safe – but we hope you’ll consider bringing at least a few people together so you can share in the United by Song experience and help make it even more memorable. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/united-by-song/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210908T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210908T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
CREATED:20210816T153126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T122012Z
UID:3412-1631113200-1631118600@www.unitedwayhalifax.ca
SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to United Way Halifax’s 95th Annual General Meeting\, which will once again be presented virtually on Wednesday\, September 8\, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. \nThis event is an opportunity to receive an update on our 2020-21 highlights and financial statements. You’ll hear a little more about how we’ve responded to the COVID-19 pandemic\, a panel discussion on our Neighbourhood Kitchen Fund and we’ll introduce our first-ever Equity\, Diversity and Inclusion report. We’ll also be introducing our incoming Board Chair and new board members\, and you’ll hear an update on our strategic plan. \n\n95th Annual General Meeting Agenda\n94th Annual General Meeting Minutes\nBoard of Directors nomination bylaws\nBoard Nomination Report (Governance Committee)\n2020-21 Financial Statements\n\nRegistration in advance is required\, so please RSVP using the link below. \n 
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/annual-general-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210331
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T193041Z
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SUMMARY:Tampon Tuesday 2021
DESCRIPTION:United Way Halifax presents Tampon Tuesday – a menstrual product drive in partnership with NSGEU\, Halifax Public Libraries and Events East.\nHundreds of women\, girls and non-binary and transgender individuals in our community experience period poverty regularly and can’t always access menstrual products when they need them.  \nTampon Tuesday is your opportunity to help. Donate menstrual products or gift cards over the next week at the collection points listed below or make a financial contribution on United Way Halifax’s website on Tuesday\, March 30.  \n\nHalifax Convention Centre\n1650 Argyle Street\, Halifax\nMon. – Fri.; 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.\nNSGEU Head Office\n255 John Savage Avenue\, Burnside\nMon.\, – Fri.; 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.\nHalifax Public Libraries\nCheck with your local branch for collection times.\n\n\nIf you’re planning a big product drive with your co-workers\, friend group\, or your family – we want to hear about it! Get in touch with us to arrange a photo at one of our collection points and be sure to share on social media. \nAmbuj Laroiya (he/him)\nRelationship & Development Officer\nalaroiya@unitedwayhalifax.ca\n(902) 461-3093 \nTo learn more about how period poverty affects people in our community\, check out our recent blog post.
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/tampon-tuesday/
LOCATION:Nova Scotia
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20210311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20210311T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
CREATED:20210303T132412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T203537Z
UID:2922-1615464000-1615465800@www.unitedwayhalifax.ca
SUMMARY:Conversations on Housing & Homelessness in 2021
DESCRIPTION:Halifax Housing and Homelessness Partnership Presents: Conversations on Housing & Homelessness in 2021\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Housing and Homelessness Partnership invites you to join us on March 11 at 12:00 p.m. as Max Chauvin interviews Mayor Mike Savage and HRM Councillor Waye Mason. This virtual interview will cover some of the initiatives the municipality has undertaken to address affordable housing and homelessness\, including: \n\nEliminating fees for non-profit housing organizations\,\nHow the municipality is using some surplus lands\,\nThe Rapid Housing Initiative\, and more.\n\nPlease register here to save the date and receive reminder emails! \n  \nThe YouTube link to this livestream event is as follows: https://youtu.be/JAUTiF1Rkes \n  \nPlease note: If you want to participate in the live chat on March 11\, you will need a Google Account to sign in to YouTube. (To sign into YouTube\, enter your Google Account email and password. \n  \nWe hope you find this interview interesting and informative. If you are not able to tune in on March 11\, the video link will be available here: https://youtu.be/JAUTiF1Rkes \n  \nThe Housing & Homelessness Partnership will also be offering similar virtual opportunities for housing conversations which are tentatively scheduled for April 7\, May 6\, and June 10. \n  \nThis event is made possible thanks to the generosity of Atlantic Live Stream.
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/conversations-on-housing-homelessness-in-2021/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20201123T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20201123T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
CREATED:20200923T115514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T185656Z
UID:2306-1606123800-1606134600@www.unitedwayhalifax.ca
SUMMARY:2020 Housing Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Housing & COVID-19: Community Experiences – Future Opportunities\nThe Housing Symposium is an educational and networking event focusing on some of the most pressing issues around homelessness and affordable housing in Halifax Regional Municipality. By bringing together critical voices in the field\, participants learn about current best practices\, trends\, issues\, and solutions to the issues surrounding affordable housing and homelessness in Halifax. \nThis year\, in the face of COVID-19\, we are highlighting some of the community responses and experiences during this unprecedented time and what we are learning from these experiences to prepare us for the future. \nThe Housing Symposium will be of interest to participants from the public service and health\, housing providers\, and other agencies\, organizations\, and individuals with a concern about housing and how community is addressing these needs. \nDue to COVID-19\, this year’s event will be presented via livestream. Please click here to register.\n(For those without access to internet\, data or the required technology\, there will be viewing sites available for participation; stay tuned for details). \n \n  \nAbout the Housing & Homelessness Partnership\nThe Housing and Homelessness Partnership (HHP) is a collaborative that engages the community at all levels. Nine partners from the three orders of government\, private\, and non-profit sector\, come together to work with community partners to address homelessness and housing poverty in Halifax. Partners include: \n\nAffordable Housing Association Nova Scotia\nCanada Mortgage & Housing Corporation\nCommunity Housing Representative\nHalifax Regional Municipality\nHousing Nova Scotia\nInvestment Property Owners Association of Nova Scotia\nIWK Health Centre\nNova Scotia Health Authority\nUnited Way Halifax
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/2020-housing-symposium/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20201021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20201021T120000
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SUMMARY:IABC Gift of Communication
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, IABC Maritime Canada partners with United Way Halifax to offer a communications panel. As part of our partnership\, it is made available for free to agencies and partners in the social sector. This year it’s coming up on October 21\, 2020 9 a.m.-12 p.m. \nThis year’s virtual event will feature communications professionals from different sectors discussing how they have navigated crisis communications during COVID-19. Join us for a deep dive into the pandemic’s impact on organizations in fields such as non-profit\, health care\, real estate and public relations. \nOur four speakers have extensive communications experience and will share lessons learned\, challenges\, successes\, and advice from the pandemic’s first wave and insights on how be ready for a second wave. \nSpeakers and their respective sectors: \n\nNon-profit: Lydia Philip\, Black Business Initiative\nPublic relations: Karen White\, NATIONAL\nHealth care: Deidre Taylor\, Nova Scotia Health\nReal estate: Tanya Taylor White\, Nova Scotia Association of Realtors\n\n  \nThe event is free for United Way agencies and community partners. Registration is required and is now open:
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/iabc-gift-of-communication/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20201014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20201014T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
CREATED:20200923T122312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200923T150602Z
UID:2311-1602669600-1602675000@www.unitedwayhalifax.ca
SUMMARY:Recognizing Nova Scotia's Invisible Champions
DESCRIPTION:October 14 marks Nova Scotia’s first annual Provincial Day of Recognition for the Non-profit Sector and the announcement of the Bhayana Family Foundation Invisible Champion Award winners! \nThe Bhayana Family Foundation Invisible Champion Awards recognize the extraordinary people and nonprofit organizations making a difference in our community. This will be our third year presenting the awards in HRM\, but we’re excited to be expanding the awards to be province-wide and presenting them alongside the Community Sector Council of Nova Scotia and the Province of Nova Scotia. \nPlease join us on Facebook Live as we celebrate the unsung heroes in the non-profit sector who work tirelessly to create possibility and make change in Nova Scotia! \nThe virtual celebrations will include: \n\na flag raising at Province House in Halifax\npresentation of the twenty Bhayana Family Foundation Invisible Champion Award winners\nremarks from the Honourable Myra Freeman\, former Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia; Premier Stephen McNeil; and the Honourable Leo A. Glavine\, Minister of Communities\, Culture and Heritage
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/recognizing-nova-scotias-invisible-champions/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200915T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200915T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
CREATED:20200902T165319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200902T165632Z
UID:1796-1600178400-1600182000@www.unitedwayhalifax.ca
SUMMARY:Employee Campaign Volunteer Training
DESCRIPTION:This year we’re excited to host our 2020 employee campaign volunteers for a virtual session to get inspired for the upcoming United Way campaign season. \nAGENDA \n\nUnited Way Halifax: United Way and COVID-19 relief for community\nVirtual Fundraising: Ideas and insights for success\nReview of Materials and Resources: New videos\, new website and other helpful tools\n\nClick here to register for the training session\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing instructions on how to join the Zoom meeting. \nNote: If you are not able to attend on behalf of your workplace\, please feel free to pass along the invitation to another staff member or campaign volunteer or reach out to Nicole Cameron (ncameron@unitedwayhalifax.ca) to set up a one-on-one session.
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/employee-campaign-volunteer-training/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20200909T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20200909T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
CREATED:20200811T143850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T120043Z
UID:1718-1599665400-1599670800@www.unitedwayhalifax.ca
SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:United Way Halifax is holding our first-ever Virtual Annual General Meeting on Wednesday\, September 9th and we hope you’ll be able to tune in. We know that a virtual format isn’t the same as seeing you in person\, but we hope you’ll appreciate the opportunity to hear what we’re up to while making public health a priority. \nThis event is an opportunity to receive an update on our 2019 highlights and financial statements. You’ll hear a little bit more about our outlook for 2020-21\, our collaboration with Atlantic United Ways during the COVID-19 pandemic\, and our commitment to addressing racism and inequity. We’re also pleased to be introducing several new board members. \nRegistration will be required to attend. If you did not receive a registration invitation and would like to attend\, please email Megan Jeffries mjeffries@unitedwayhalifax.ca \nAGM Documents\nPosted below are the documents that will be referenced at our AGM on September 9\, 2020. Please review in advance or during our meeting. \n94th Annual General Meeting – Meeting Agenda \n93rd United Way Halifax Annual General Meeting – Meeting Minutes \nUnited Way Halifax By-Laws  \nProposed By-Law Amendments \n2019 United Way Halifax Financial Statements \nReport from the Governance Committee
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200916
DTSTAMP:20260419T210724
CREATED:20200820T110957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200820T161426Z
UID:1755-1599004800-1600214399@www.unitedwayhalifax.ca
SUMMARY:Open Water Swim for United Way
DESCRIPTION:COVID-19 isn’t going to stop this annual tradition of swimming for United Way! \nSince 2001\, employees of the province of Nova Scotia have jumped into the Halifax Harbour to raise money and bring the community together for United Way. With the realities of COVID-19 we knew this event wouldn’t look the same as previous years. But\, that didn’t stop these dedicated and passionate swimmers from showing their local love! They’ve rallied together to organize swims across the province and continue to raise money for United Way. \nAlmost 60 swimmers will take to the waters at five locations around Nova Scotia between September 2-15. Not only will they be swimming an impressive distance of 1.5 km\, they continue to set the bar high for United Way fundraising events thanks to generous swim sponsors like you! \nCLICK HERE TO SPONSOR A SWIMMER TODAY. \n2020 Open Water Swim Locations & Dates: \n\nLake Charles\, Sept. 2 & 5\nChester\, Sept. 5\nLong Lake\, Sept. 5\nKearney Lake\, Sept. 7\nSydney\, Sept. 15\n\nInterested in swimming?\nPlease contact Mary Lou Burke:\nmarylou.burke@novascotia.ca
URL:https://www.unitedwayhalifax.ca/event/open-water-swim-for-united-way/
LOCATION:Nova Scotia
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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