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Natural Disasters & GBV

Natural Disasters & The Impact On Survivors of Gender-based Violence

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In the face of natural disasters, we often come together to provide aid, shelter and resources to one another. Nova Scotia has faced its fair share of natural disasters, in most recent months wildfires and major flooding. Amidst the chaos and devastation, there is another hidden crisis that also requires immediate attention: gender based violence …

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Grace's Manifesto

Grace’s Manifesto

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Trigger Warning:  This post illustrates a specific person’s experiences with gender-based violence. This may be triggering to some readers. My name is Grace. I am a Bsc. Medical Sciences student and an aspiring Black neurosurgeon. Volunteering with Shelter Movers has been a year-long journey, one I took as a step in mitigating domestic violence in …

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Jennifer O'Neil

SMNS Welcomes Jennifer O’Neil As The Newly Appointed Volunteer Service Manager

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Jennifer O’Neil is a familiar face among the volunteers at Shelter Movers Nova Scotia. Her friendly smile can be easily spotted at local volunteer events and her charismatic leadership stands out during challenging moves. For many, it comes as no surprise that Jennifer has been appointed as the new Volunteer Service Manager for Shetler Movers …

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The Housing Crisis and Domestic Violence: Halifax Women Fleeing Abuse Face Longer Shelter Stays

The Housing Crisis and Domestic Violence: Halifax Women Fleeing Abuse Face Longer Shelter Stays

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The housing crisis created many unfortunate consequences in Nova Scotia: people have been priced out of their apartments, their communities and even their province.  Shelter Movers Nova Scotia and our shelter community partners witnessed another consequence – women and families fleeing abuse are forced to stay in shelters much longer than before because they can’t …

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Unique Experiences of Male Survivors: A Lack of Visibility and Resources

Unique Experiences of Male Survivors: A Lack of Visibility and Resources

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This Father’s Day, Shelter Movers Nova Scotia wishes to acknowledge some of the hardships that men face on the topic of abuse and intimate partner violence. It is important to note that women and girls are disproportionately affected by abuse and that the majority of our clients identify as female, however Shelter Movers mission is …

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Partner Spotlight: Maritime Professional Movers Inc.

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What started out as one man working in the long distance moving industry and organizing labour for drivers nationwide, has become a full service moving business. Whether you are moving locally in the Halifax area, or within the Maritimes, Maritime Professional Movers will help make sure your move with them is affordable and stress-free.  Maritime …

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