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Previously the AIDS Coalition of Nova Scotia. We celebrate and share the experiences and lives of PHA and those affected by HIV/AIDS.

HIV/AIDS & 2S/LGBTQIA+ Health Service Organization: working to create an environment of inclusion and understanding in NS for those living with and affected by HIV, and for members of 2S/LGBTQIA+ communities. Our Mission: We exist to empower persons living with and affected by HIV/AIDS and those at risk through health promotion and mutual support, and to reduce the spread of HIV in Nova Scotia. Our Vision: The AIDS Coalition of Nova Scotia is a PHA-centered, community leader committed to the creation of a positive, safe and caring environment. We celebrate ourselves through our history, the telling of our stories and living courageous lives. We demonstrate courage and commitment in the fight against HIV/AIDS. ACNS believes in the need for a sustainable, committed and coordinated response to HIV/AIDS. We believe learning is an important, ongoing process, fundamental to our growth. We believe in advocating for a just and compassionate society. As the AIDS Coalition of Nova Scotia envisions and fights for a cure, we strive to promote holistic quality of life. ACNS will respond to the changes and challenges by ensuring qualified, compassionate human resources, funding, education and commitment to health promotion.

11/03/2026

The HEAL NS AGM will be held on Wednesday, Nov 17th, at 6 PM on Zoom.

This Annual General Meeting is a great way to hear what we have been up to – and vote on new board members.

Anyone may attend, but you must be a Member of the organization to vote. As a Member, you may also proxy vote for another Member who cannot attend the meeting.

To become a member, fill out this Google form https://forms.gle/NqkyBxF2WJCrr85y8 or thelink in our bio

TO REGISTER AND GET THE ZOOM LINK, contact Chris at [email protected]

10/27/2026

It's not too late to be a part of the Red Scarf Project in 2026!

HEAL NS is running our annual HIV/AIDS awareness campaign on December 1st, World AIDS Day. The Red Scarf Project plays a vital role in raising awareness for World AIDS Day and supporting those affected by HIV. We will hang red scarves on the fences of the public gardens to be taken by those who need them. Each scarf will include a card with information related to AIDS/HIV-related activism as well as HIV prevention information. We are still recruiting volunteer knitters and crocheters for our upcoming campaign.

We ask that volunteers knit or crochet scarves in red yarn, roughly 6" x 60". If you are in need of supplies, please contact us, as we may have yarn for those who wish to participate! We will need the scarves mailed or dropped off to our office, 5516 Spring Garden Road, Suite 200, Halifax, NS B3J 1G6 or an otherwise organized pick-up location.

The deadline to drop off the scarves is Friday, November 27, at 3 PM.

For any questions regarding volunteering, please contact us at [email protected] !

10/22/2026

Join Hanley and Wren from HEAL NS (Health Equity Alliance of Nova Scotia) for this 2S/TGNC closed-space conversational workshop where we will talk about navigating the realm of s*xual health as a trans* person. We'll look at accessing services, how some aspects of medical transition affect s*x, and how to stay safe and feel good while having s*x.

Please note that this is a closed-space event for Two-Spirit, Trans, and Gender Non-Conforming folks.
This event is also 18+

WHEN: Wednesday, November 4th, 6:00- 8:00 PM
WHERE: Glitter Bean Cafe, 5896 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax

Everyone who attends will receive a $ 10 voucher to be used for food and drink at the event.

This workshop is gratefully supported by the DAWN Fund.

Image Description:
An event graphic for a workshop. The background is pastel pink, purple, and orange. The image features an illustration of a peach in the top right corner, a papaya in the center, and a banana with a condom on it in the bottom right. Bold text at the top reads "Talking Trans Sexual Health". Below is text detailing the event, which reads as follows "Glitter Bean Cafe, 5896 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax. 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Wednesday, Nov. 4th", "Free $10 Treats and Drink Coupon", "A CLOSED-SPACE FOR TWO-SPIRIT, TRANS, AND GENDER NON-CONFORMING FOLKS", "email [email protected] with any questions". At the bottom of the graphic are the logos for HEAL NS and the Check Me Out campaign.

10/19/2026

Did you know you can stop by the office to pick up Naloxone (injectable and intranasal), drug-testing strips and many other harm reduction supplies? They are all free through our Q-toolbox program and the NS Health Take Home Naloxone program!!

The HEAL NS office is open 10 AM-4 PM, Monday to Friday, at 5516 Spring Garden Rd, Suite 200.

Or you can reach out to [email protected] or 782.774.8178 (text or call) to inquire about mail orders & other ways to get supplies.

We’re grateful to have received funding through the / Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia’s Community Grant Program for our Q-Toolbox Program.

IMAGE DESCRIPTION:
Bold text at the top of the image with a white background reads "FREE NALOXONE - NARCAN - DRUG TESTING STRIPS". With smaller bold text below reading "AND OTHER HARM REDUCTION SUPPLIES". Below is an illustration of two gloves on the left, a naloxone kit in the middle and three drug testing strips on the right; all are deep purple.
Below this, on the right, smaller text reads, "Open 10 AM- 4 PM, Monday to Friday, 5516 Spring Garden Rd, Suite 200". To the left of this is a bright yellow star shape with text inside that reads "Looking for more supplies? Questions? Reach out to [email protected] 782.774.8178"
At the bottom is a teal band with the Mental Health Foundation logo and the HEAL NS logo. In white text between the two reads, "A 2S/LGBTQIA+ harm reduction program by the Health Equity Alliance of Nova Scotia."

10/16/2026

HEAL NS is hosting a PrEP and Doxy-PEP assessment drop-in with STI Care Now. Stop by our office on Friday, October 23rd, anytime between 1 pm and 4 pm for a FREE assessment with an on-site pharmacist.

Assessments are free for anyone with a valid government ID. We cannot provide financial coverage for medication, but we can help you navigate resources to access cheaper meds. Please note, the initial assessment is the first step in the process and you won't leave with a prescription that day. The pharmacist will get you set up with all of the next steps, then follow up after any required tests.

Not sure what PrEP or Doxy-PEP are?
-PrEP is a medication that an HIV negative person can take to greatly reduce the chances of getting HIV.
-Doxy-PEP is a medication that someone can take within 72-hours after having unprotected s*x to help reduce the chances of getting chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. Unfortunately, right now Doxy-PEP can only be prescribed to cis men, trans women, and AMAB gender non-conforming people.

To learn more about PrEP, Doxy-PEP, and other STBBI prevention methods visit CheckMeOut.ca
If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected]

10/05/2026

The HEAL NS office will be closed to the public on the following days in October.

Friday, October 9th OPEN AT NOON
Monday, October 12th
Monday, October 26th

We will reopen with our regular hours on the following days.

09/29/2026

Our office will be closed tomorrow for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Wednesday, September 30).

We encourage all those who are settlers to this land to use this day to reflect and to find tangible ways to be better accomplices to working towards Indigenous sovereignty.

The next slide has a small list of local events as well as a non-exhaustive list of resources.

According to Beyond 94 and other independent trackers such as Indigenous Watchdogs, only 14/15 calls to action have been completed in the last 11 years.

09/25/2026

We heard your concerns about the previous post about this survey and brought them to our community partners at the Q***r Gerontology Lab. They do not have a social media presence, so we are sharing this reply on their behalf.

"Dear community, as a research team deeply committed to listening and responding to our community’s needs, we heard your feedback on our poster. While the original poster was created by a member of our team using Photoshop, we have created a new poster using Canva. We hope you see this as a reflection of our genuine care for our community and this work. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at: [email protected] "

The link to this survey can be found in our bio.

09/17/2026

‼ Due to the COVID vaccine not being available until October, the One Stop Shop: Sexual Health Pop-Up has been postponed until a later date next month. Stay tuned!

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

For anyone looking for PrEP and/or Doxy-PEP assessments and would like to receive that sooner, alternative pathways are available:
-You can fill out the STI Care Now form to get an appointment for a PrEP and/or Doxy-PEP assessment
-Boyd's Pharmacy offers PrEP assessments through their Community Pharmacy Primary Care Clinic

As always you can pop by our office during open hours to pickup HIV and STI self-test kits through STI Care Now. Or order one to be mailed directly to you! Please note, if you are looking to pickup a kit directly from us, we ask that you complete the form on-site.

Thanks for your understanding!

09/15/2026

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Reminder that we are apart of a network that helps host the bi-monthly 2SLGBTQIA+ Mental Health Peer Support Group! Upcoming group is this Friday, September 18th, 5-6:30 PM.

Created by and for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, this group offers a welcoming, affirming, virtual space, where we can come together to share, listen, and support one another on our individual and collective mental health and wellness journeys.
Whether you’re seeking connection, solidarity, or simply a space where you feel seen and heard—you’re welcome here, just as you are.

This group is for 2SLGBTQIA+ adults (18+) of all identities and backgrounds.

When: Bi-weekly on Friday’s, 5pm-6:30pm (ADT)
Where: ONLINE via Zoom

Registration: link in bio! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/2slgbtqia-mental-health-peer-support-group-tickets-1798072596539?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

This group is proudly supported by the , and offered in partnership by Healthy Minds Cooperative, , .ns, , , , and the .

Address

200-5516 Spring Garden Road, Suite 200
Halifax, NS
B3J1G6

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 4pm
Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

+19024254882

Website

https://linktr.ee/healns

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