Free business program for immigrant women (ISANS)

The Immigrant Women Entrepreneurship Network at ISANS supports newcomer and refugee women starting or growing a business in Nova Scotia, with hands-on training, one-on-one counselling, health and safety training, help accessing microloans, free promotion through the ISANS Business Marketplace, and chances to sell at local markets at little or no cost. Childcare support is available for those attending daytime classes. Registration for 2026-27 is open now; contact Kahkashan Afrin at 902-406-3684 or kafrin@isans.ca.