Dance Nova Scotia

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DANCE NOVA SCOTIA is the umbrella service organization for all forms of dance in Nova Scotia. Founded in 1974 and incorporated in 1975, it is one of seven provincial cultural service organizations that comprise the Cultural Federations of Nova Scotia, which are funded by the province. Our mandate is to encourage, promote and support dance as a cultural, educational, social, recreational and healthful activity for Nova Scotians of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.
1113 Marginal Road, Halifax, NS
Area served by organization: The Province of Nova Scotia
(902) 422-1749
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Language(s): English
Grade levels that programming is provided for: Primary (K - 3), Junior (4 - 6), Intermediate (7 - 8), Intermediate (9 - 10), Senior (11 - 12)
Communities served: Adults, Children, People with disabilities, Youth, Seniors
Venue accessibility: Not applicable
Organization type: Non-profit

  • Dance
  • Artist-Educator Partnership

    PERFORM! brings together professional performers with teachers and students in public and private schools across Nova Scotia. Its primary goal is to enhance learning by involving Performing Artists in the delivery of Drama, Music, and Dance curricula.

  • Resources

    Created in partnership with the Learning Resources and Technology Division of the Nova Scotia Department of Education, Dance Nova Scotia’s resource kits are authoured by volunteers who are leading professional educators, professional dance teachers and professional musicians.

  • In-School Workshops

    PERFORM (see school programs)

  • Outreach Programs

    Through partnerships with organizations such as the National Ballet School of Canada, Northwood Living (programing and housing for seniors) and Halifax Public Libraries, we are helping to bring programming, classes, workshops and leadership experiences for Nova Scotians of all ages and abilities.

Profile last updated: Aug 2 2021

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