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

On February 26, the federal government announced an investment of over $14 million to support communities in addressing homelessness. “Safe and stable housing is the foundation for a better future. Through this joint investment, we are not only addressing the immediate challenges of homelessness, but also laying the groundwork for long-term solutions that will help more Nova Scotians secure permanent housing and the support they need to thrive.” (The Honourable Scott Armstron

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