Created to support Black and African Nova Scotian men facing barriers to healthcare, the Nova Scotia Brotherhood program offers free, culturally relevant health services, wellness programs and community connection — all designed by and for the community. From barbershop talks to running groups and court support, the Brotherhood is empowering Black and African Nova Scotian men to take charge of their health and well-being.
Health and wellness services can include:
Culturally appropriate primary medical care
Health promotion and wellness education
Chronic disease management
Navigation to community resources
Free health and wellness programs
7th Annual Black Men’s Health Conference
This full-day conference is designed to empower Black men through open dialogue, expert-led workshops, and meaningful community connection. The heart of the event lies in our breakout sessions, where participants will engage in transformative conversations and gain practical tools for personal and collective growth. While this is an in-person event, we invite participants to join us virtually if you are unable to attend.
Save the Date
Saturday, November 4 | 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. NSCC Ivany Campus | 80 Mawiomi Place, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Health clinics are held in historically Black communities across the region to provide culturally safe care for men who identify as Black or African Nova Scotian. These clinics are staffed by physicians who also identify as Black, African Nova Scotian or African decent, helping to foster trust and connection in care.
Please note: Starting October 5, clinics will be held on Mondays from 8:30 - 4 p.m. (instead of Wednesdays). See the flyer to learn more.
Clinic locations rotate weekly and are available by appointment only. To book a visit, please call 902-421-7260.
Printable poster (September - November 2026)available here.
Anger Management
The aim of Emotional Regulation/Anger Management is to provide an Afrocentric and safe space for individuals to unpack issues and learn how to deal with anger. As a health and wellness program, we hope to explain the long-term effects of anger on one’s health if not appropriately managed and addressed.
The goal is for individuals to have conversations around emotional regulation, stressors, communication skills, mindfulness, understanding what anger is, identify appropriate ways to handle anger, and how anger can affect both your health and relationships. The intention is to leave with an increased self-awareness and a better understanding of your responsibility to manage emotions.
The anger management service is free. Registration is required.
The Good Food Box Program provides fresh fruits and vegetables to our community at a low cost, generously supplied by the North End Community Health Centre. Each $8 (or pay-what-you-can) order includes a large bag of produce.
Pick-up on July 8 (1:00 – 6:30 pm) and July 9 (9:00 - 4:00 p.m) at 230 Wyse Road, Dartmouth (Sisterhood & Brotherhood Clinic).
Place your order by June 30 at 4:00 p.m. by contacting Erika, Wellness Navigator, at 902-221-8062 or NSSPrograms@nshealth.ca.
The Men’s Health League is a volunteer peer-to-peer support group for Black men to spread key health messages to other men in the community through social and physical activities, as well as promote the health and wellness services of the Nova Scotia Brotherhood health care team.
Members of the Men’s Health League:
Serve as a health role model in the community
Share health information on key topics
Engage friends and family in wellness and healthy living
Report back about emerging health issues
Act as a bridge between community members and the Nova Scotia Brotherhood health care team
This run/walk 4.0 is an opportunity to get together weekly for Black men to spread health and wellness to other men in the community through physical activity and promote the health and wellness services of the Nova Scotia Brotherhood health care team.
The program is running every Saturday at 7:00 p.m. Running/walking starts at 7:30 a.m at the following locations:
September 12: Halifax Commons - Top of Nora, Bernard St.
September 19: Sullivan’s Pond - By the Gazebo
September 25: Beazley Field
October 3: Shubie Park - Dartmouth - Crossing Cineplex Parking lot
October 10: Salt Marsh Trail - Bisset Trail Head
October 17: Point Pleasant Park - Tower St.- Parking lot
October 24: Sullivan’s Pond - By the Gazebo
October 31: Halifax Commons - Top of Nora, Bernard St.
Brothers and Books is a monthly program where Black men receive a book to read written by a Black author and come together to have a discussion about the chapters read in the book. It is a place where men can gather and be able to openly speak about mental health issues with others that understand what it is like being Black, living in today’s society and culture.
Next session: Monday, October 5, 2026 • 6:30 - 9 p.m.
Next Date: September 24, 2026, 6 - 8:30 p.m. Cpt. William Spry Community Centre - 16 Sussex St, Halifax
The barbershop in the Black community has historically been a safe, nonjudgmental space for men to talk about anything. Through an interactive format, Barber Shop Talks aims to help Black men and boys confess their vulnerabilities and give them resources to begin a healthier way of living, as well as to show barbers how they can be mental health advocates. Seeking help can be difficult, an effect of stigma that Barber Shop Talks is hoping to erase.
At the barbershop, guys are already outspoken and opinionated, but we don’t tend to talk about self-care and the things that make sure we’re around for our kids and future generations. With these sessions we want to explore Black men and boy’s health and wellness issues and learn to help each other through peer discussion and health professional’s talks. the Barber Shop Talks is a free program. Registration is required.
Time with a Lawyer is a free program organized by the Nova Scotia Brotherhood in partnership with Nova Scotia Legal Aid for the African Nova Scotian community.
A Social Justice Lawyer comes to Nova Scotia Brotherhood’s office at Mumford Professional Center to meet with clients that are seeking free legal advice regarding criminal law, family law and other areas of social justice.
This program is available for all African Nova Scotians and runs every Friday from 1:00pm to 4:30pm. Registration required.
The Nova Scotia Brotherhood team focuses on key health issues that are important to men of African descent.
Accessing health care
Diabetes
Heart disease
High blood pressure
Mental health and addictions
Nutrition and physical activity
Obtaining health information
Prostate cancer
The initiative focuses on:
Improving access to core health care services and managing chronic illness
Navigating the wider health care system
Health promotion and education specific for Black men
Providing culturally-aware health professionals
Community connections and partnerships with local organizations
Improved awareness and navigation of community services
Health champions for Black men’s health within the community
Development of a Men’s Health League to support living a healthy lifestyle
Nova Scotia Brotherhood is an initiative of Nova Scotia Health Authority, in partnership with African Nova Scotian Affairs and the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness.
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