Web Directory

» AIDS Coalition of Nova Scotia
   Mission statement, principles, who's who, and lists of programmes, services, support agencies, and related internet links including usenet newsgroups.
   http://www.acns.ns.ca/

» Autism Society Nova Scotia
   A support group for families and individuals affected by autism or pervasive developmental disorder. Offers disorder definition, recognition, signs, help, a resource library, support groups, and links to other resources.
   http://www.autismsocietynovascotia.ca/

» Brain Injury Association of Nova Scotia
   Support for people with brain injuries and their families. Serves as an advocacy group with government, the public and the health care system. Provides news, discussion groups, association officers, events, meetings, resources and programs.
   http://www3.ns.sympatico.ca/bians1/

» Breast Cancer Action Nova Scotia
   Focuses on networking, support, education and research. Includes an international discussion forum, information on tamoxifen, and links to resources.
   http://bca.ns.ca/

» C N I B Nova Scotia - Prince Edward Island Division
   Resources and services for the visually impaired, their families and care givers. Describes services, links to other similar agencies and centres, plus a history of the institute.
   http://www.cnib.ca/en/ns-pei/Default.aspx

» Canadian Paraplegic Association (Nova Scotia)
   The association responds to the needs of all people with spinal cord injuries and their families. Discusses awards, counselling, donations, emergency equipment loans, fertility program, K-9 companions, library, scholarships and used equipment.
   http://www.nsnet.org/cpans/

» Cancer Care Nova Scotia
   A partnership of scientists, clinicians and members of community-based cancer related programs. Vision, guiding principles, committee information, grant details and application form, funded project descriptions, and official reports.
   http://www.cancercare.ns.ca/

» Environmental Health Association of Nova Scotia
   Public health advocates who develop awareness of, and promote, environmental health issues. Discusses latest concerns, news, links, reports and literature.
   http://www.environmentalhealth.ca/

» Epilepsy Association of Nova Scotia
   Provides support for people with epilepsy, promotes awareness, advocacy, and research into treatment and prevention. Features information about the organization, services and programs offered, volunteer opportunities, and epilepsy. [Requires Java]
   http://www.epilepsyns.com/

» Heart Health Nova Scotia
   A cardio-vascular disease prevention program, part of a national strategy. Offers a backgrounder, information about the program's demonstration phase, a questionnaire, communication plan, staff list, health survey, and links to other sites.
   http://www.chebucto.ns.ca/Health/Heart_Health/

» Lung Association Nova Scotia
   Provides education, community service, support, advocacy and research for asthma, lung transplants, and related illnesses.
   http://www.ns.lung.ca/

» NSNET Nova Scotia Community Organization Network
   Links citizens with disabilities or health problems to resources and services. Offers a search function, alphabetic listing and list of links to assisting agencies.
   http://www.nsnet.org/

» Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of Nova Scotia
   Offers information, lists of members only resources, special events, and links to related sites.
   http://www3.ns.sympatico.ca/spina.bifida/

» The Abilities Foundation of Nova Scotia
   Enables all with physical disabilities to enhance their lives by realizing their potential. Offers activities, programs, fund raising, safety and living tips, a table of contents and links to related sites.
   http://www.abilitiesfoundation.ns.ca/

» The Arthritis Society of Nova Scotia
   Information about the history, diagnosis, and treatment of arthritis, contact information for other provincial societies, and a link to the Arthritis Self-Management Program details.
   http://www.arthritis.ca/local%20programs/nova%20scotia/

» The Learning Disabilities Association of Nova Scotia
   The association offers advocacy, support, and referral services to children, parents and professionals dealing with learning disabilities. Offers services, resources, contact details and links to similar organizations.
   http://www.ldans.ca/