Culturally Specific Care
Everyone should feel comfortable and safe getting support for their mental health.
Men who identify as Indigenous, African Nova Scotian/of African descent, Newcomer, 2SLGBTQIA+, or those living with a disability may experience a higher rate of mental health challenges and a higher risk of suicide. This increased risk is linked to experiences of racism and discrimination, socioeconomic disadvantage, and barriers to accessing health and other resources. To heal, you need to feel comfortable and safe. Culturally specific programs like the ones listed below may help.
Programs and services
Nova Scotia Brotherhood Initiative (NSBI)
A free program for Black men to access health care in the community to improve overall health and wellbeing.
Note: This is not a mental health program.
Association of Black Social Workers Black Community Toll Free Support Number
Offering educational and community based programs ranging from clinical counselling to professional development
1-855-732-1253 ext. 1 or 2
902 Man Up
Creating lasting solutions to violence involving young black males and promoting community self-empowerment, educational achievement and economic opportunities
Note: This is not a mental health program.
Union of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq – Mental Wellness Team
Providing case management and service navigation for First Nations persons of all ages seeking mental wellness services.
Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line
Available 24-hours a day for anyone experiencing pain or distress as a result of their residential school experience.
Eskasoni Mental Health
Provides a wide range of services to the Mi’kmaq people of Eskasoni, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.
First Nations Services
Mental Health Clinicians providing assessment, diagnosis and treatment, and outreach services in several first nations communities across Nova Scotia.
Newcomer Community Wellness Program
Offered by ISANS, the Newcomer Community Wellness Program can help enhance your ability to manage the stress that comes with moving to a new country.
2SLGBTQIA+ - Nova Scotia Mental Health and Addictions
Learn about prideHealth and other programs and services created specifically to address the unique concerns of people in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.