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Mental Health Conditions Services in Nova Scotia

Conditions that affect mood, thinking, and behavior, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and PTSD, which may qualify as a disability when severe and prolonged.

Mental Health Conditions Organizations

Anxiety & Trauma Clinic of Nova Scotia

Bedford, NS

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Bedford, Nova Scotia. Provides support services, resources.

CMHA Halifax-Dartmouth Branch

Halifax, NS

Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Offers support services, resources.

CMHA: Colchester East Hants Branch

Truro, NS

Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Truro, Nova Scotia. Offers support services, resources.

Canadian Mental Health Association

Sydney, NS

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Sydney, Nova Scotia. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.

Canadian Mental Health Association N S Division

Dartmouth, NS

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in DARTMOUTH. CRA Registration: 133465609RR0001.

Canadian Mental Health Association Southwest Nova

Yarmouth, NS

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in YARMOUTH. CRA Registration: 841562325RR0001.

Canadian Mental Health Association, Halifax-dartmouth Branch

Halifax, NS

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in HALIFAX. CRA Registration: 124872128RR0001.

Canadian Mental Health Association, Nova Scotia Division

Dartmouth, NS

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.

Colchester East Hants Branch Canadian Mental Health Association

Truro, NS

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in TRURO. CRA Registration: 889971792RR0002.

Connections Halifax - NSHA Mental Health & Addictions Site

Halifax, NS

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Provides support services, resources.

Hope For Mental Health Society

Halifax, NS

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in HALIFAX. CRA Registration: 130336316RR0001.

Mental Health Foundation OF Nova Scotia

Dartmouth, NS

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services in DARTMOUTH. CRA Registration: 858635675RR0001.

Mental Health Soldiers

Middleton, NS

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by mental health in Middleton, Nova Scotia. Provides support services, resources.

Related Programs & Benefits

Canada Disability Benefit (CDB)
$200/month

A new federal benefit providing $200/month for persons aged 18-64 with low income who have Disability Tax Credit approval. First month of eligibility was June 2025 with payments starting July 2025. Back payments available up to 24 months from application date. Most provinces have exempted the CDB from provincial benefit calculations, but Alberta claws back CDB from AISH recipients dollar-for-dollar.

Canada Pension Plan - Disability (CPP-D)
2025 rates: Basic $598.49/month, Average $1,203.88/month, Maximum $1,673.24/month; Children's benefit: $301.77/month per child

A monthly taxable benefit for people who have contributed to the Canada Pension Plan and are unable to work due to a severe and prolonged disability. Includes a children's benefit of $301.77/month per child. Quebec residents apply through the Quebec Pension Plan (QPP) instead.

Canada's Autism Strategy

A federal autism strategy developed in collaboration with the autistic community, families, service providers, researchers, and provincial/territorial governments. AIDE Canada (Autism & Intellectual Disabilities Knowledge Exchange Network) is funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada as part of this strategy, providing online resources, an inventory of services, and 6 in-person locations across Canada.

Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)
Covers eligible dental services (no fixed monthly amount)

A federal dental care plan administered through Sun Life, available to eligible Canadians including those with Disability Tax Credit qualification. Covers essential oral health services including preventive care, restorative services, and other dental treatments.

Direct Family Support Program for Children (DFSC)
Up to $2,200/month

Up to $2,200/month for qualifying families caring for children with disabilities at home, primarily for respite services.

Disability Benefit Navigation (DBN) Program

An ESDC-funded program where nonprofits provide one-on-one navigation support to help people with disabilities find and apply for benefits they are entitled to, including DTC, CDB, RDSP, CPP-D, and provincial benefits. Organizations are funded across all provinces and territories to provide free assistance.

Disability Tax Credit (DTC)
2024 max disability amount: $9,872; supplement for under 18: $5,758

A non-refundable tax credit for individuals with a severe and prolonged impairment in physical or mental functions. The DTC is the gateway to other federal benefits including the Canada Disability Benefit, RDSP, and Child Disability Benefit. Can transfer unused portion to a supporting family member for a refund of up to approximately $1,400.

Early Intensive Behavioural Intervention (EIBI)
15 hrs/week

Treatment for preschool children with autism. 15 hours/week for first 6 months, gradually reduced over following 6 months.

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