HomeWelcome to the Entrepreneurs with Disabilities NetworkWe provide you the entrepreneur, with services that will aid you in creating a successful business venture. Whether you are in the idea generation phase or have your business up and running, we want to help you make your business a success as you make your dreams come true!Since 1995, EDN has provided support, inspiration, networking, and learning opportunities to thousands of entrepreneurs with disabilities. By reinforcing the belief that entrepreneurship is a viable career option for people with disabilities, EDN has helped entrepreneurs turn their business ideas and ambitions into reality. With a current membership of around 500 members and community partners, EDN continues to grow and foster entrepreneurship in Nova Scotia.EDN is dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs, living with any type of disability, in every stage of business development. Nova Scotia is EDN's primary focus, with member business ranging from accountants, artists, inventors, writers, store owners, graphic designers, and countless other types of small business owners.EDN is a not-for-profit organization; please to learn more about how we can assist with your business aspirations.
AFCOOP is an accessible member-run centre for the production and presentation of creative films. We offer an e-newsletter, two web sites, socials, screenings, festivals, and volunteer opportunities in a collaborative, learning environment that acts as a resource centre for media artists where people can meet, network, view films, and exchange ideas.
We strive to change the underlying causes and issues that are root causes of inequality, violence, poverty and homelessness.YWCA Halifax is Halifax Regional Municipality's only organization that builds economic security, promotes wellness and creates opportunities for women, girls and their families by providing a strong voice and integrated services.In 2011, YWCA Halifax established a new mission, vision, values and strategic directions. Through community consultations, participant focus groups, and extensive research, we identified four key areas of focus for the next five years. These include delivering quality, accessible developmental early learning and child care; advancing women's economic and housing security; promoting the leadership, health and wellness of women and girls; and ending violence against women.Established in 1874 as one of the first YWCAs in Canada, we have been promoting women's leadership and meeting community needs for more than 135 years.We work to establish new partnerships and to nurture those who graciously support our cause.
Founded in 1979, Debut Atlantic is one of this country's most dynamic classical music touring organizations. In fact, the 'Debut Atlantic tour' has evolved into a much coveted opportunity for Canada's emerging classical musicians. The extensive list of artists waiting to be added to the touring roster and the calibre of our alumni is a testament to our success.Debut Atlantic alumni are some of Canada's most recognizable artists including pianists Jon Kimura Parker, Jan Lisiecki, and Angela Hewitt, cellist Denise Djokic, Canada's finest baroque orchestra, Tafelmusik, and world-renowned singers Ben Heppner, Richard Margison, Wendy Nielsen, and Measha Brueggergosman. Debut Atlantic has also worked with world-renowned writers Mordecai Richler, Michael Ondaatje, and Donna Morrissey.
The Council of Canadians Annual Conference''FairElections Act Charter challenge slideEnergy East - homepage slideOn the ground at the Peoples Climate MarchSeptember 21, 2014Im a community organizer and facilitator from Saskatchewan and I am in New York City for the Peoples Climate March. I first got involved in climate change organizing 13 years ago, when a group called The Climate Change Caravan biked across Canada.As New Brunswickers get ready to vote, the Council of Canadians releases party positions on shale gas, Conservatives missing in actionSeptember 19, 2014As shale gas has become the defining election issue for New Brunswickers going to the polls Monday, the Council of Canadians, along with several allies in the anti-shale gas movement, released the results of a questionnaire sent to all parties asking them to clarify their positions.To Frack or Not to Frack in the Yukon? Herein Lies the Nations FutureSeptember 19, 2014The Yukon, like BC, is to some of the largest shale gas deposits on the planet.
Adsum means ''I Am Here''Adsum means ''I am here''For 31 years, Adsum has been meeting women and children, youth and trans persons where they are, without judgment, offering a range of services and support during periods of homelessness.We operate out of four locations in the Halifax Regional Municipality: an emergency shelter , second-stage housing and two affordable, supportive housing buildings for women and children. Additionally, we recently purchased condominiums in an established neighbourhood that are rented as stable housing to women-led families. Whats HappeningPosted: September 18th, 2014Shoppers Drug Marts Tree of Life Campaign Adsum for Women & Children and Shoppers Drug Mart are partnering.Posted: June 9th, 2014Positive change for clients - in finding housing, accessing services and feeling empowered - is one of the key.Making a difference - Business Voice June 2014Posted: June 5th, 2014Making a difference; Non-profits make our city a better place to live ''We have the HR side of things, the
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