Support for Vulnerable Nova Scotians
April 12, 2021 - 1:59 PM
NOTE: Photos of Community Services Minister Kelly Regan and representatives from the Salvation Army can be found here: https://novascotia.ca/news/photos/2021/04/12/
Vulnerable Nova Scotians will continue to have the resources and protection they need during the pandemic, thanks to $11.5 million in funding from the federal Safe Restart Agreement.
Community groups and organizations that support vulnerable Nova Scotians have received funds so they can help those who need it most.
The Salvation Army received $3.5 million for their new Nova Scotia COVID Relief Fund, which will help Nova Scotians with lower incomes impacted by the pandemic catch up on their heating or power bills. The maximum rebate is $400 and the funding is expected to help about 8,000 households.