After Trauma Empowerment Network - ATEN

06/08/2026

We would be deeply grateful for your support! 💙

Please consider nominating After Trauma Empowerment Network - ATEN for the East Hants & Districts Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards before June 12.

We would be honoured to be nominated in the following categories:
✨ Excellence in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging & Accessibility Award
✨ Non-Profit of the Year Award

Your nomination helps recognize the importance of trauma-informed, inclusive, and empowering support within our communities.

The nomination process is very easy and only takes a minute of your time. You can nominate here https://www.ehcc.ca/business-excellence-awards/ We would be deeply grateful for your support! 💙

Thank you for your continued encouragement, belief in our mission, and support. Every nomination is truly appreciated. 💙

The East Hants Chamber has something for everyone. Whether you are a new entrepreneur, an employee of a local business or a seasoned professional, there are lots of opportunities to get involved. Our volunteers help plan networking events and plan the workplace education programs.

06/05/2026

06/02/2026

Happening today!! SPIN & WIN with Tuesday’s DEAL WHEEL! This little wheel can give you big savings! Spend a minimum of $10 in the thrift shop for your chance to spin & win! The Violet Rose Gift & Thrift Shop is open today 10am-4pm. Loads of great donations came in over the weekend! Crystal & Karen will be sorting & sifting while you are spinning & winning!
All proceeds from the thrift shop go directly to After Trauma Empowerment Network (ATEN) is a community based, non profit organization that provides mental health counselling and peer support to people who have experienced trauma in their lives- at no charge. Thank you, for supporting mental health 💜

06/01/2026

You’re invited:

05/18/2026

https://www.atenns.ca/news/job-opportunity-executive-director #/

Executive Director Position After Trauma Empowerment Network Shubenacadie NS Position Summary After Trauma Empowerment Network (ATEN) is seeking a compassionate, strategic, and trauma-informed...

05/16/2026

To our After Trauma Empowerment Network community,

After much reflection, I’ve made the difficult decision to step away from my role with ATEN due to ongoing health challenges and the need to prioritize my healing and wellbeing.

This organization and community has meant so much to me. What we’ve built together has always been rooted in courage, compassion, and the belief that healing after trauma is possible — not in isolation, but in connection with others who truly understand. It has been an honor to witness the strength, vulnerability, empowerment, and resilience within this space.

Making this decision has not been easy. Trauma recovery often teaches us the importance of listening to our bodies, respecting our limits, and allowing ourselves the same care and compassion we so freely offer others. At this time, stepping back is part of that process for me.

To the amazing ATEN A-Team: thank you for your collaboration, unwavering support, strong work ethic, and commitment to our shared mission. The hard work and passion each of you brings every day has made a lasting impact, and it has been an honour to work alongside you. I am deeply proud of all we have accomplished together and will always carry these experiences and relationships with me.

To our clients and peers: thank you for trusting us with your stories, your healing journeys, and your hearts. Your resilience has inspired me more than words can express.

To the incredible supporters and customers of Violet Rose Gift & Thrift Shop: your encouragement, donations, purchases, volunteerism, and belief in our mission have made this work possible. Every item purchased, every conversation shared, and every act of support has helped create safe, trauma-informed spaces where healing and empowerment can grow.

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Nova Scotia Office of Addictions and Mental Health for their ongoing financial support and funding. Their commitment to our mission has been instrumental in allowing our organization to operate, grow, and continue supporting our community. We simply would not be able to do this important work without their partnership and support.

The After Trauma Empowerment Network was built on the belief that healing should never depend on someone’s ability to pay. Through free therapy, peer support, advocacy, and the dedication of so many caring people, we have been able to support individuals navigating the impacts of trauma with empathy, connection, and understanding. Our thrift shop — sustained by generous donations, volunteers, and community support — has also played an essential role in helping fund these services and keep our doors open to those who need them most.

I want to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who has contributed to the After Trauma Empowerment Network — the incredible staff, community members, volunteers, donors and supporters alike. Your voices, stories, and commitment to empowerment have created something deeply meaningful, and I remain hopeful and excited for the future of this work and organization.

While I may be stepping away from leadership, I believe wholeheartedly in the continued growth and impact of this organization and community. The mission remains important, the need remains real, and the foundation we’ve created together is strong.

ATEN and the Violet Rose will continue to operate and provide services as usual during this time of transition of leadership.

Please continue supporting the organization, the thrift shop, and the incredible people who carry this work forward every day. The need for accessible trauma support remains great, and this community continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of so many.

Thank you for your trust, your kindness, and the many ways you’ve shown up for one another. I carry immense appreciation for this chapter and optimism for a bright future — both for the organization and for each of you individually.

Thank you for allowing me the privilege of serving this community. It has been one of the greatest honors of my life.

With love, gratitude, and hope,
Thank you!
Margaret Mauger

05/12/2026

It’s raining. But it’s Tuesday🤗!!! Take a swing by the bright side, also known as the Violet Rose Gift & Thrift Shop!! Give our deal wheel a whirl when you spend $10+ in the thrift shop!! Guaranteed winner every time!! Open 10am-4pm 2836 hwy 2 Shubie!!
All proceeds from the thrift shop go directly to After Trauma Empowerment Network- a community based, nonprofit mental health organization that provides counselling and peer support to people who have experienced trauma in their lives- at no charge.
Your thoughtful donations turn into dollars towards this necessary cause. Thank you for your support and kindness. 💜

04/28/2026

It’s Tuesday!! Drop by the Violet Rose between 10-4pm and give our new money saving Deal Wheel a whirl! Winner every time!! Minimum of $10 thrift shop purchase for a chance to spin.
While Crystal and Karen are sifting & sorting, you could be spinning & winning!!
Along with having a bunch of fun in our shop, it’s great to know that 💯% of the proceeds go to a very important cause- mental health.
After Trauma Empowerment Network (ATEN) which is right upstairs from the shop, offers mental health counselling and peer support to people who have experienced trauma in their lives, at no charge. So if you’ve ever wondered what happens with your good, quality donations of clothing and household items to the Violet Rose, just know you are helping a very important cause and you are appreciated very much! 💜 Thank you for being a great neighbor!
Stop by 2836 Hwy 2 in Shubenacadie.
Regular shop hours are Tuesday thru Saturday 10am-4pm.