On The Brink
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On the Brink: How Nova Scotia’s affordability crisis was years in the makingWhile the COVID-19 pandemic may have been a driving factor in Nova Scotia's affordability crisis, experts say the issue has been years in the making.CanadaFeb 16, 2024
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On the Brink: Nova Scotia has a rent subsidy program. Here’s how it worksAs more tenants in Nova Scotia are feeling the pinch from the rising cost of rent, the provincial government says help is available for those most in need.CanadaDec 20, 2023
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On the Brink: How a tight rental market makes it easier for landlords to discriminateAmid the housing crisis, a community legal worker with Dal Legal Aid says the tight rental market is making it easier for landlords to discriminate against prospective tenants.CanadaDec 19, 2023
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On the Brink: Halifax mayor on his growing city and the unfolding housing crisisGlobal News recently sat down with Halifax Mayor Mike Savage to talk about the housing challenges faced by a growing city, amid an unprecedented housing and affordability crisis.CanadaDec 16, 2023
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On the Brink: Halifax-area landlords say housing crisis is harming them tooTwo landlords in the Halifax area are calling for government solutions to the housing crisis, saying they’re not equipped to absorb extra costs as the cost of living rises.CanadaDec 13, 2023
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On the Brink: The ‘harsh environment’ of youth homelessness from a lived experienceIn the final instalment of 'On the Brink,' we speak with a formerly unhoused young person about the challenges of finding a home, and what some organizations are doing to help.CanadaDec 8, 2023
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On the Brink: Retiree living in converted laundry room feels ‘overlooked’ amid housing crisisIn this instalment of 'On the Brink,' we speak with a Halifax-area retiree living in a converted laundry room who is unable to find something better due to the housing crisis.CanadaDec 7, 2023
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On the Brink: After a ‘stressful’ search, African N.S. woman finally finds a homeIn this instalment of 'On the Brink,' a mother from North Preston, N.S. speaks about the challenges finding housing and how a new community is helping to break down barriers.CanadaDec 6, 2023
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On the Brink: Halifax wheelchair user feels ‘trapped’ due to housing crunchIn this instalment of 'On the Brink,' we speak with two women about the challenges finding accessible, affordable housing in Nova Scotia.CanadaDec 5, 2023
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Tips on making ends meet in a world where ‘everything is costing more’As the cost of living continues to rise, a Halifax-area financial advisor is offering advice to help families cut back on extra costs.MoneyDec 4, 2023
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