IONS is situated in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaw people. Unceded means that the Mi’kmaq have never relinquished, sold, traded, or transferred ownership of their land to European settler colonies, yet land was taken over without their consent through various processes of settler colonialism. This territory is covered by the Treaties of Peace and Friendship, which the Mi’kmaq and Wolastoqiyik people first signed with the British Crown in 1726. These Treaties did not involve the surrendering of rights to the lands and resources they had traditionally used and occupied. We are all Treaty People.

We further acknowledge that Nova Scotia is the birthplace of Black culture and heritage in Canada. People of African descent have shared these lands for over 400 years, and over 50 strong and resourceful African Nova Scotian communities exist here today.

We are committed to the struggle against systems of oppression that have resulted in profound inequities and the denial of self-determination rights. We are working actively to deepen our learning at an individual level, provide learning opportunities about anti-racism and decolonization, and to develop partnerships with organizations serving and led by underrepresented groups.

  • Youth Program Lead

    Youth Program LeadFull-time, 9-week Summer Term Position The North Grove strives for a staff composition that is diverse and reflective of the community of Dartmouth North. Individuals who identify as Indigenous, African Nova Scotian, Black and/or from another group that is under-represented in workplaces are encouraged to apply and self-identify. Priority will be given to…

  • Harvest Assistant

    Harvest Assistant (1 position available)Full-time, 8-week Summer Term Position The North Grove strives for a staff composition that is diverse and reflective of the community of Dartmouth North. Individuals who identify as Indigenous, African Nova Scotian, Black and/or from another group that is under-represented in workplaces are encouraged to apply and self-identify. Priority will be…

  • Youth Food Program Assistant

    Youth Food Program Assistant

    Position: Youth Food Program Assistant Start Date: June 1, 2026 Location: Halifax, NS Hourly Wage: $23/hour  Hours: 35 hours/week (12-14-week term position)  Reports to: Program Manager  Overview of Nourish Nova Scotia:  Nourish Nova Scotia is a registered charity working to cultivate healthy food environments for children and youth in Nova Scotia. We know that the development of skills, knowledge, and attitudes in relation to food are essential for developing healthy habits…

  • Counsellor 2(A)-(B) (Child and Youth Practitioner) (Relief Roster)

    Job Title: Counsellor 2(A)-(B) (Child and Youth Practitioner) (Relief Roster) Competition # : 48494  Department: Opportunities and Social Development Location: BRIDGEWATER Type of Employment: Relief Union Status: Exclusion – Non Union – NSPG  Closing Date: 4/30/2026 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) About Us   At the Department of Opportunities and Social Development (OSD), we are a large and diverse department providing…

  • Counsellor 2(A)-(B) (Child & Youth Care Practitioner) (Relief Roster)

    Job Title: Counsellor 2(A)-(B) (Child & Youth Care Practitioner) (Relief Roster) Competition # : 48456  Department: Opportunities and Social Development Location: NEW GLASGOW Type of Employment: Relief Union Status: Exclusion – Non Union – NSPG  Closing Date: 4/29/2026 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) About Us At the Department of Opportunities and Social Development (OSD), we are a large and diverse department…

  • Chair, Board of Directors

    Hours: 32.5 hours/week Benefits: 3 weeks paid vacation plus all Nova Scotia civic & statutory holidays                      6 paid sick day and 2 days paid compassionate leave                       Paid Mileage on work related business        …

  • Safety Outcome Advisor

    Safety Outcome Advisor

    The Transition House Association of Nova Scotia (THANS) is seeking an experienced Safety Outcome Advisor to lead and support the work of the Nova Scotia Highest Risk Domestic Violence Table. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of community, government, police, and health systems to help prevent and eliminate violence against women…

  • Program and Operations Lead – Term coverage

    Career Opportunity – Program and Operations Lead Do you want a career that makes a difference in supporting families? Are you a compassionate person with a passion for community work and equity?   Nova Village NS is an impact organization and family hub that started in 1986. Our mission is to provide programs and support…

  • Communications Specialist

    Communications Specialist Full-time, Regular The North Grove strives for a staff composition that is diverse and reflective of the community of Dartmouth North. Individuals who identify as Indigenous, African Nova Scotian, Black and/or from another group that is under-represented in workplaces are encouraged to apply and self -identify. Priority will be given to applicants from…

  • Clinical Administrative Assistant

     Job Description: Administrative Assistant To learn more, or to submit you application (resume and cover letter) please contact Roger at [email protected]    Reports to:                             Executive Director Location:                                Onsite Term:                                     1 year, with the possibility of renewal dependent on funding Regular Hours:                     Regularly Tuesday- Saturday, 8-1.  Additional shifts to cover vacation and…