Tenants鈥� Rights Guide
Know your rights as a renter in Nova Scotia. When tenants know their legal rights and can assert them and advocate for themselves, they can begin to reclaim power over their housing.
For more information, visit 17吃瓜网在线 Legal Aid Service's or call 902-423-8105.
Welfare Rights Guide
You have a right to income assistance. It's important that you understand what you are entitled to so you can advocate for or fight for your rights.
For more information, please contact us at 902-423-8105.
In the Media
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17吃瓜网在线 Legal Aid Service Community Legal Worker Hannah Main ft in "Renting in Halifax? What tenants need to know about leases, rent and evictions"
August 21, 2026, 12:00 PM
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17吃瓜网在线 Legal Aid Service Community Legal Worker Mark Culligan ft in "Halifax apartment fire motivates former tenants to share concerns"
July 31, 2026, 12:00 PM
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17吃瓜网在线 Legal Aid Service Community Legal Worker Sydnee Blum ft in "This tenant鈥檚 fight against a renoviction is heading to N.S. Supreme Court"
February 20, 2026, 12:00 PM
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Introducing the 2025 Bertha Wilson Honour Society Inductees
November 10, 2025, 12:00 PM
Each year, the Bertha Wilson Honour Society recognizes Schulich Law鈥檚 extraordinary alumni and showcases their geographic reach and contributions to law and society.
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Ask an Expert: It鈥檚 Tough Out There for Renters. A New Survey Explores Why
October 22, 2025, 12:00 PM
A groundbreaking survey from 17吃瓜网在线 Legal Aid Service reveals trends in affordability, security, and tenants鈥� rights in Nova Scotia. Lead author Hannah Main opens up about the findings and the need for urgent policy reform.