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What is a crisis pregnancy centre (and how can you spot one)

February 7, 2023February 7, 2023 by South Shore Sexual Health

First, what is a crisis pregnancy centre (CPC) and why should you care what it does? A crisis pregnancy centre targets people facing unplanned pregnancies—however, the majority of them are actually religious, anti-abortion organizations devoted to eliminating abortions. The so-called “accurate” information they give about contraception, emergency contraception, and abortion is not in agreement with …

We’re hiring numbers people!

September 27, 2022September 27, 2022 by South Shore Sexual Health

Our Board of Directors is looking for a volunteer treasurer to take over on our board. If you eat, sleep, and breathe numbers, we’d like to talk to you. We have an energetic, compassionate Board and we’d love to have you join us. To apply, visit here. We’re also looking for a volunteer bookkeeper (who …

Sexual health centres need money to survive

April 8, 2022April 8, 2022 by South Shore Sexual Health

We are currently advocating for increased funding to sexual health non-profits here in Nova Scotia—including here on the South Shore. A little background: Sexual Health Nova Scotia, our parent organization, applies annually for a discretionary grant through the provincial Department of Health and Wellness. It’s my understanding this discretionary grant no longer exists for new …

We’re hiring board members!

April 6, 2022April 6, 2022 by South Shore Sexual Health

Our annual general meeting is just around the corner, and we’re looking for enthusiastic, like-minded folks who want to make their community sex positive and just a little more awesome. Duties & Responsibilities Championing our mission and core values, such as being sex positive, pro-choice, and social justice minded. Preparing for and regularly attending board …

A note from our “summer” student

February 15, 2022February 2, 2022 by South Shore Sexual Health

A little late, but here I am! My name is Jace, and I am a transgender man. If you ask Julie or Leigh at the office they’ll tell you my nickname there has become the Trans Ambassador, due to my knowledge of gender-affirming gear, where to find it, and how to make some of your …

Boric acid goes where now?

January 12, 2022January 12, 2022 by South Shore Sexual Health

boric acid: a white acid that is used as a weak antiseptic and fire retardant (noun) For better or worse, people get medical content from social media. Let’s just say it isn’t always, um, accurate. First off, we always recommend talking to your medical professional prior to taking or inserting any substance, even natural ones. …