Back To School Dates: Administration return August 26th, Teachers & Staff return September 2nd, Students return on Monday September 8th

Access Youth Space

Sample Youth Programs Include Youth Social Enterprise, Baking nights, Movie nights, Archery, Cultural events, Youth Council (Local and National), Family Carers Council (Local and National),  National Online Youth Self Referral App, Art therapy, Nature walks, Exercise programs, Wild Child, Youth Library and Art therapy.

eskasonimentalhealth.org/access-youth-space

Eskasoni Mental Health Services

EMH is a safe and confidential place where community members can come to address the wide variety of issues confronting them.

Toll Free: 855-379-2099

eskasonihealth.ca

Eskasoni Mi'kmaw Nation - L'nue'kati

Looking to connect with an agency under the Eskasoni Band umbrella? Their official website has the info you need,  including contacts for the right departments and staff who are ready to support and serve our community.

eskasoni.ca

Eskasoni Nepisultiʼkul ~ Healing Our Community

Responsible for a wide range of services, Eskasoni Nepisulti’kul provides upstream activities and holistic support to strengthen Eskasoni families and keep children and youth connected to their community. Visit the Facebook page for up-to-date programming and events.
www.facebook.com/people/Eskasoni-Nepisultiʼkul

Eskasoni Sports and Recreation

A community based sport and recreation centre offering community programming for youth and families. Offerings include modern sports to traditional and cultural events and activities. Check out their facebook page for up to date event details.
facebook.com/eskasoni.sports.recreation

Jordan's Principal

Jordan’s Principle is a child first funding initiative. Their goal is to ensure that all First Nations’ Children have the same access to services as other children in Canada. If your child has an unmet need we may be able to help. Visit the Facebook page for more information.
unsm.org/dept/jordans-principle

Mi'kmaw Kina'matnewey 

Serving 12 out of the 13 Mi’kmaq communities found within the Nova Scotian Mi’kma’ki territory. MK’s vision is a successful holistic life-long journey rooted in Mi’kmaw language and culture.
kinu.ca

Mikmaw Family & Children's Services

Our programs are developed to integrate our Mi’kmaw culture into the healing approach, bringing families together, keeping children in the care of their families and community, and strengthening familial ties.
mfcs.ca

NADACA Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselling Association of Nova Scotia

The Native Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselling Association (NADACA) offers strength-based therapeutic wellness programs rooted in traditional Indigenous values, culture, and spirituality. NADACA provides accredited, culturally relevant education, prevention, and treatment services to First Nation communities across Nova Scotia, with a mission to reduce the harmful impacts of substance abuse and support healing, pride, and self-worth through community-based care.

nadaca.ca

NS Early Childhood Development Intervention Services

The goal of NS Early Childhood Development Intervention Services is to promote improved developmental outcomes for children through consultation, coaching, information sharing, support and services designed to meet the individual needs of the child and family. The Regional Director of Eskasoni Region is Valerie Donovan.
103-15 Medicine Trail
Tel: 902-849-3429 
nsecdis.ca

Preschool Autism Service

The Provincial Preschool Autism Service is a partnership between IWK Health, Nova Scotia Health, Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia, and Autism Nova Scotia providing services and support for preschool-age children and families across Nova Scotia.
iwkhealth.ca/provincial-preschool-autism-service

QuickStart Nova Scotia & Other Programs offered by Autism Nova Scotia Cape Breton Region Chapter

A parent-mediated coaching program designed to empower caregivers of toddlers with a suspected, provisional, or confirmed diagnosis of autism to teach and support their child’s development.
The Cape Breton Region Chapter of Autism Nova Scotia offers programs and services to support autistic individuals and their families. Our Chapter supports the Victoria and Cape Breton Counties of Cape Breton Island. https://www.autismnovascotia.ca/chapter/cape-breton-region/
autismnovascotia.ca/programs/quickstart-nova-scotia

Suicide Crisis Line - Call OR Text 988

A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Whatever you’re going through, you are not alone. 9-8-8 responders are here to help you find a way through, no matter what it is you are dealing with. No problem is too difficult – whatever you choose to share with us, we won’t judge you.

988.ca

TEEN HEALTH CENTRE - NS HEALTH AUTHORITY 

The Nova Scotia Health Authority offers a range of support and resources, including mental health and addictions services, counselling, and referrals.
mha.nshealth.ca/en/services/adolescent-outreach-services

UNION OF Nova Scotia MI'KMAW

Promotes the welfare and well-being of the Mi’kmaq of Nova Scotia to improve their economic and social conditions. Health Branch Departments include: Health Administration, Jordan’s Principle, Mental Wellness Team, Mi’kmaq Cancer Care Strategy, Home & Community Care, Dietitian Services, Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative, and Community Food Bundle.
unsm.org