Community Health Teams

Community Health Teams

Community Health Teams (CHTs) are a service of IWK Health and Nova Scotia Health.  We offer free one-on-one navigation services and free group wellness programming.  Our team of healthcare professionals help people across the lifespan to improve their health and wellness.  This flexible service does not require a referral and you can attend in person or join virtually. Interpretation services are available.

If you are looking to get connected with IWK Mental Health and Addiction Services, please call toll-free 1-855-922-1122 to reach IWK Central Referral.

Group Wellness Programs

We provide health information, resources, and strategies to make health behaviour changes. Topic areas include Parenting, Youth Wellness, Healthy Eating, Mental Wellness, Physical Activity, and Reducing Your Health Risks. You can explore and register for most programs online at www.communityhealthteams.ca and use the "Register Now" button.  

Click here for the latest CHT Programs Flyer (Fall 2026/Winter 2027), which includes IWK's parenting and youth programming. You may Register Online Here or by calling 902-460-4560.   

UPCOMING PROGRAMS FOR FALL 2026/WINTER 2027:

• Incredible Years: Preschool 2.0

  • NEW for Fall 2026 – Incredible Years (Preschool) program offered in Arabic by Randa Watad (Parent Education Facilitator) in partnership with the Atlantic Muslim Resource Centre. Register online with the Atlantic Muslim Resource Centre: https://forms.gle/vqpW8zjnr2ojvFCR7. Program starts September 17, 2026.

• Incredible Years: Modified School Age

• Screen Time and Your Family

• Handle With Care

• Introduction to Parenting Your Teen

• Walking the Middle Path – Parent and Teen

• Distress Tolerance – Parent and Teen

• Substance Use and Your Teen

• My Child is Anxious, Should I Worry?

• Self-Compassion for Parents

• Supporting Youth on Their Gender, Sexuality and Identity Journey

• Leisure and My Family – Trailblazers

• Internet Safety

• Behaviour 101

• Parenting Your Teen Series

Children, Youth, and Family Wellness Navigation

Click here to learn more about What to Expect from IWK's Community Health Team Wellness Navigation support.

Understanding and getting connected to the right support can be complicated. IWK Mental Health & Wellness Coordinators offer children, youth, and families personalized support through our Wellness Navigation service. Our team can help you connect you to the right resources and overcome health barriers.

• Are you a parent with concerns about your child's mood or behavior?
• Are you a youth looking for support in connecting to recreation and physical activity programming?
• Would your family benefit from support with housing, medication coverage, or food security?
• Are you having difficulty navigating the health system or finding community resources for your child?

If you or your family want help, you can meet with us by phone, Microsoft Teams, or in person.  This service is available to those living in the greater Halifax area with a valid Nova Scotia health card.  Call 902-460-4560 and select your area to make an appointment.

To check out other online programs offered by IWK Health and Nova Scotia Health, you can visit www.healthyns.ca