AHANS Executive Director Michael Kabalen discusses new findings from the "Costs of Homelessness in HRM: Benefits of Supportive Housing" Report. AHANS compiled data from across HRM to better understand the monthly costs associated with homelessness. To view the full report, click here. The findings show that the monthly cost per individual is significantly higher for correctional services ($9,570), a hospital bed ($6,300), and emergency shelters ($5,162) than for supportive ho

2025 Point-in-Time Count

Halifax, NS — In partnership with the Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre, we conducted the 2025 Point-in-Time (PiT) Count. For the first time, the PiT Count will now take place annually. A numerical count will be conducted each year, with a full survey component included every second year. In 2024, the Point-in-Time Count recorded a minimum of 1,132 individuals experiencing homelessness across the Halifax Regional Municipality. On the night of Wednesday, October 15, 2025, a tea

For decades, the standard definition of affordable housing was based on a U.S. guideline developed after World War II, which stated that housing should cost no more than 30% of a person’s income. However, this measure doesn’t always reflect today’s realities, especially for those living on fixed or limited incomes. What has long been considered ‘affordable’ is shifting, as more people define affordability based on what they can actually find that meets their needs. In Nova Sc

On CTV Your Morning Season 10 - Episode 5, Michael explores the root causes of homelessness in Halifax and systemic patterns that we are seeing. "We want homelessness to be rare, brief, and non-recurring, but what we are seeing is it's becoming more common, it's taking longer, and those that are experiencing it are having a harder time keeping housing once they get it" - Executive Director, Michael Kabalen Homelessness in Halifax has risen by 93% since 2022, far outpacing the

We are pleased to announce our new affordable housing development in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Working alongside both Passive Design Solutions and Dora Construction, our development is well underway which will provide more than 50 people with new homes early next year. Pictured is the AHANS team alongside Passive Design, Dora Construction, and Premier Tim Houston. Photo Credit: Province of Nova Scotia, July 16 “Shaw Avenue in Yarmouth is our next example of how AHANS is creatin

Listen as Michael discusses his story, and how to lead with purpose, communicate with clarity, and how we at AHANS use our platform to drive real change. Throughout the podcast episode, Michael discusses the housing non-profit sector in Nova Scotia, where Nova Scotia stands, and what actions need to be taken to create real change. We aren't just about building homes; we are about building narratives that shift public perception and influence policy. Jive Photographic Product

Executive Director Michael Kabalen discusses changes AHANS would like to see implemented in Carney's upcoming housing strategy to combat the current housing crisis in Nova Scotia. Listen Here: (Affordable Housing Wishlist, CBC Listen, Information Morning - NS with Portia Clark, May 20, 2025. https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-27-information-morning-ns/clip/16147242-affordable-housing-wishlist)

Read this article about Affordable Housing Association of Nova Scotia's newest proposed project, converting the former seniors boarding house into an affordable residential development with 12 individual units. (Photo By: Tina Comeau / Source: Tri-County Vanguard) “For a Victorian building as large as that building, I’m really happy that we have found an adaptive re-use that is going to not only preserve the structure of the building, but provide badly needed affordable housi

Read about our latest updates as we continue developing our 24-unit Shaw Avenue building project! (Source: Tina Comeau, PNI Atlantic News)

Read about how AHANS supports the Reaching Home Program through the by-name-list system! (Source: Francis Campbell, PNI Atlantic News)

Read about our True North II development, courtesy of the Government of Nova Scotia.

Read about how AHANS uses the Affordable Housing Fund to advance new projects! Source: Jeremy Hull, CTV News

Read a Dalhousie University profile on our executive, Michael Kabalen and how he arrived at AHANS!

Read about AHANS' new project in Yarmouth! Source: Kevin Northup, Acadia Broadcasting

Please join us in remembering and honouring those who have lost their lives while experiencing homelessness and poverty. December 20th,...

A report and analysis of Halifax 2018 Point in Time Count homelessness data is now available. This report highlights survey results from...

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An evidence-based framework was developed and an assessment of Dartmouth street population was conducted in 2018. The project was...

This report highlights survey results from the visibly homeless population, predominantly engaging with the formal shelter system in the...