Sometimes, you need a little extra help. This section connects you to valuable resources for housing support, legal advice, financial assistance, and more, ensuring you’re never alone in navigating challenges during your rental journey.
The information provided here is informational only, and should not be relied upon during situations in which there is the potential for injury, death, or harm.
| Resource Name | Contact Information | Additional Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Food Bank Directory | Feed Nova Scotia’s Food Bank Directory | Check for campus-specific food banks. |
| Emergency Services | Dial 911 | Ambulance, police, or fire department. |
| Health Services | Call 811 | Non-emergency health info. |
| Community Services | Call 211 or visit NS 211 | Referrals to community services, including shelters. |
| Municipal Contact Centre | Call 311 | For questions about bylaws, street parking, and other city services. |
| Mental Health Crisis Services | 902-429-8167 or 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free), or text/call 988 | For mental health crises or suicide prevention. |
| Emergency & Disaster Preparedness | Visit Nova Scotia Emergency Education | Information on emergency preparedness. |
| Acadia Student Resources | ||
| ASU Food Cupboard | Instagram Link | |
| Safety & Security | 902-585-1103 | |
| Sexualized Violence Response and Education Coordinator | Website Link | |
| CBU Student Resources | ||
| Campus Security Officers | 902-578-2316 (CBU Campus Centre); 902-574-5971 (500 George Street) | |
| CBUSU Food Bank | Website Link | |
| Student Wellness | Website Link | |
| Dalhousie/King’s Student Resources | ||
| Campus Emergencies | 902-494-4109 (Halifax); 902-893-4190 (Truro) | |
| DSU Food Bank | Website Link | |
| DSU Grants and Bursaries | Website Link | |
| Sex Education & Resource Centre | Website Link | |
| MSVU Student Resources | ||
| Campus Security | 902-457-6111 | |
| MSVU Student Food Bank | Website Link | |
| NSCAD Student Resources | ||
| Fountain Campus Security Cellphone | 902-877-0764 | |
| SUNSCAD Food Bank | Website Link | |
| NSCC Student Resources | ||
| Student Services Team | Website Link | |
| SMU Student Resources | ||
| Community Food Room | Website Link | |
| Saint Mary’s Security Services | 902-420-5000 | |
| StFX Student Resources | ||
| Kevin’s Corner Food Resource Centre | Website Link | |
| REES (Respect, Educate, Empower Survivors) | Website Link | |
| Safety & Security Services | 902-867-4444 | |
| Sexual Violence Prevention & Response Advocate | Advocate Website Link | |
| Université Sainte-Anne Student Resources | ||
| Clare Health Centre (Doctor on call) | 902-645-2777 or 902-645-2829 | |
| Persons on Duty | 902-778-1761 or 902-778-1947 |