Stories

Wine Fair Halifax: A Night to Remember, A Community to Thank

We are beyond grateful for the success of Wine Fair Halifax on Saturday October 19th! The night was filled with laughter, great wine, and, most importantly, the warmth and generosity of our amazing community. Thanks to everyone who came together.

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Join the Alice House 50/50 Raffle: Support our cause and win big!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Alice House 50/50 Raffle! This is a fantastic opportunity for you to support women and children recovering from domestic violence while also having the chance to win a cash prize.

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Help Us Provide Back-to-School Supplies for Children in Our Housing Program

As summer winds down and the new school year approaches, families in our housing program at Alice House are preparing for the transition back to the classroom. For many of these families, the excitement of a new school year is accompanied by the stress of ensuring their children have the necessary supplies to succeed.

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Meet Anna: A Story of Resilience and Hope

Two years ago, Anna*, a young mother, found herself isolated and alone, far from her family and any support system. Her ex-partner had systematically cut her off from friends and family, leaving her with no one to turn to when his abuse escalated. Desperate and determined to protect her toddler, Anna made a safety plan and fled to a women's shelter.

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You're Invited to our AGM! Join us on June 26th – in person or virtually

Join the Alice House Staff and Board of Directors on Wednesday June 26th at 6 PM for our Community Appreciation and Annual General Meeting.

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I am a mother.

This year, I am navigating motherhood differently as a newly single parent, but I am not alone thanks to the support and safe-housing provided to me through Alice House. 

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Join Us for the 2024 Giv'er Charity Challenge at the Emera Blue Nose Marathon!

In 2023, over 400 fundraisers participating in the Emera Blue Nose Marathon raised over $255,000 for charity! With your support, we can make an even greater impact this year.

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Alice House Holiday Wishlist 2023

'Tis the season of giving, and we're thrilled to invite you to spread joy with Alice House this season!  Each year, we do what we can to ensure our families have their needs and wishes met during the holidays, but we need help from our generous community.

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Announcement: Welcome, Jill Trites, the new Executive Director of Alice House

Announcement: Welcome, Jill Trites, the new Executive Director of Alice House.

Jill is a seasoned fundraiser and nonprofit leader with nearly a decade of frontline housing experience in both rural and urban contexts. We asked Jill about her new role, values and aspirations. Here’s what she had to say.

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