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Independent Living Nova Scotia ILNS runs the only IL Resource Centre in Nova Scotia. Be respectful of others. Access to Social media platforms is a privilege and not a right.

We are a registered charity supporting persons with disabilities to make informed choices about how they want to live their lives through programs and services that promote Independent Living. Social Media Public Policy
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🎨 Get Creative with CAP! Pottery Painting Workshop! 🖌️Join us this Thursday for a fun and relaxing evening of pottery pa...
10/27/2026

🎨 Get Creative with CAP! Pottery Painting Workshop! 🖌️

Join us this Thursday for a fun and relaxing evening of pottery painting with our returning facilitator Tom Casey

Whether you're a seasoned artist or trying something new, this workshop is a great opportunity to express your creativity, connect with others, and create something uniquely yours! ✨

📅 Thursday, October 29
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

No artistic experience needed — just bring your creativity and get ready to have some fun! 💙

We can't wait to see what you create!
Register here -> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetsrOoaYiDCjlbgWzJVtIQ2AVWlu1Obq_xUKXZihK7o3EfLg/viewform?usp=header

📢 Office Closure NoticePlease be advised that the ILNS office will be closed today, Monday, October 26, 2026.Following a...
10/26/2026

📢 Office Closure Notice

Please be advised that the ILNS office will be closed today, Monday, October 26, 2026.

Following a busy weekend of organizational activities, our office will be closed to provide our hardworking team with some well-deserved time off.

Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, October 27.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support! 💙

🎄✨ HOLIDAY GALA GETAWAY GIVEAWAY! ✨🎄We're spreading a little extra holiday cheer this year! ❤️Independent Living Nova Sc...
10/23/2026

🎄✨ HOLIDAY GALA GETAWAY GIVEAWAY! ✨🎄

We're spreading a little extra holiday cheer this year! ❤️
Independent Living Nova Scotia is giving ONE lucky winner the chance to enjoy a magical evening for TWO at our Annual Holiday Gala & Dance — complete with an overnight hotel stay! 🎁

🎉 WHAT YOU'LL WIN:

🎟️ TWO tickets to the ILNS Annual Holiday Gala & Dance
🍽️ A delicious three-course dinner
🎶 Live music from Mac & Hawes
💃 An evening of dancing, celebration, and community connection
🏨 ONE overnight hotel room at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel on December 11!

🎄 HOW TO ENTER:

❤️ Like this post
💬 Comment and tell us who you'd bring along!
📲 Follow our page to stay connected!
🔄 Share to spread the word!

Giveaway closes: [12 November 2026]

Winner announced: [13 November 2026]

Our Holiday Gala & Dance is all about bringing people together, celebrating inclusion, and creating meaningful connections within our community.

We can't wait to share this special evening with you! ❤️

📅 Friday, December 11, 2026

📍 Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

You don't have to give up part of your benefits to get help with the Disability Tax Credit! 💜Some DTC assistance service...
10/07/2026

You don't have to give up part of your benefits to get help with the Disability Tax Credit! 💜
Some DTC assistance services charge a percentage of the money you receive - but ILNS Disability Tax Credit Navigation Services are COMPLETELY FREE.
Our DTC Navigators are here to help make the process easier to understand and support you through the application process, so you can access the benefits you may be entitled to — without giving up a portion of your payout.
💜 Free one-on-one navigation support
📄 Help understanding the DTC application process
🤝 Guidance along the way
💰 No percentage. No fee.
You deserve all of your benefits.
Interested in learning more or getting started? Reach out to the ILNS DTC Navigation team today!

10/06/2026

🎄 More than a holiday party — it’s a night to belong. ❤️
The ILNS Holiday Gala & Dance is one of our most anticipated events of the year because it brings people together for something simple but incredibly important: connection, community, and celebration.
People with disabilities can face barriers that make participating in social and community events more difficult. Our Gala is about creating a welcoming and inclusive space where people can enjoy a great meal, reconnect with friends, meet new people, dance, laugh, and celebrate the holiday season together.
On December 11, we’re looking forward to welcoming 400+ guests from across our community for an evening where everyone belongs. ✨

🎟️ Want to be part of it? Tickets are available now!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/2026-annual-holiday-gala-and-dance

❤️ You can also help someone else attend through our A Seat for Everyone Fund, which helps reduce financial barriers to participating in the Gala.

🎶 Get ready to hit the dance floor! 💃🕺We’re excited to welcome Mac & Hawes to this year’s ILNS Holiday Gala & Dance! The...
10/05/2026

🎶 Get ready to hit the dance floor! 💃🕺
We’re excited to welcome Mac & Hawes to this year’s ILNS Holiday Gala & Dance!
They’ll be bringing the live music and energy as we celebrate an evening of good food, great company, connection, and plenty of dancing.

📅 Friday, December 11
📍 Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
🍽️ Cocktail Hour & Three-Course Dinner
🎶 Live Music from Mac & Hawes
💃 Dancing & Holiday Fun

There’s nothing quite like celebrating the holidays together — and we can’t wait to see you on the dance floor!
🎟️ Tickets are available now: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/2026-annual-holiday-gala-and-dance

🎉 Early Bird Tickets are officially SOLD OUT! 🎉We’re so excited to see the incredible response to this year’s ILNS Holid...
10/01/2026

🎉 Early Bird Tickets are officially SOLD OUT! 🎉

We’re so excited to see the incredible response to this year’s ILNS Holiday Gala & Dance! Thank you to everyone who grabbed their early bird tickets — we can’t wait to celebrate with you on Friday, December 11 at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel. ✨
Missed the early bird sale? Don’t worry — regular tickets are still available! Join us for an evening of great food, community, celebration, and live music from Mac & Hawes. 🎶💃

🎟️ Get your tickets before they’re gone: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/2026-annual-holiday-gala-and-dance

Today, we honour the children who never returned home, the Survivors of residential schools, and their families and comm...
09/30/2026

Today, we honour the children who never returned home, the Survivors of residential schools, and their families and communities.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a time to listen, learn, reflect, and recognize the lasting impacts of residential schools and colonialism on Indigenous Peoples across Canada.

At ILNS, we recognize that reconciliation requires ongoing learning, respect, and meaningful action. We encourage everyone to take time today to learn from Indigenous voices, histories, and experiences.

EVERY. CHILD. MATTERS

📢We're Hiring! Join the ILNS Team!📢Looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference in your community? IL...
09/23/2026

📢We're Hiring! Join the ILNS Team!📢

Looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference in your community? ILNS is looking for passionate, dependable, and community-minded individuals to join our growing team!

At ILNS, our work is rooted in choice, independence, inclusion, and person-directed support. If you're looking for an opportunity to build connections, support others in reaching their goals, and contribute to a more inclusive Nova Scotia, we'd love to hear from you!

✨Apply today or help us spread the word by sharing this post with someone who may be a great fit!✨
**PLEASE READ THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTIONS BEFORE APPLYING**

🎄🎟️ 50% of our Early Bird Tickets are already GONE! 🎟️🎄The countdown to the ILNS Holiday Gala & Dance is on, and tickets...
09/22/2026

🎄🎟️ 50% of our Early Bird Tickets are already GONE! 🎟️🎄

The countdown to the ILNS Holiday Gala & Dance is on, and tickets are going fast! If you’re planning to join us for an evening of delicious food, live music from Mac & Hawes, dancing, and holiday cheer, now’s the time to secure your spot. ✨💃

🐦 Only half of our Early Bird tickets remain — once they’re gone, they’re gone!

📅 Friday, December 11
📍 Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

Grab your Early Bird ticket and come celebrate the season with us! ❤️

🎟️ Get yours today: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/2026-annual-holiday-gala-and-dance

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L153/7071 Bayer Road
Halifax, NS
B3L2C2

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm

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