Study on the health status of francophone immigrants in minority communities in Nova Scotia and their needs when it comes to accessing health services. Developing tools in connection with the results of the study on the health needs of newcomers. Health training for employees of francophone direct-service providers.
Component 2
Study on the health status of francophone immigrants in minority communities in Nova Scotia and their needs when it comes to accessing physical and mental health services.
Date
2021-2025
Summary of activity
This is the first component of the study on physical and mental health of francophone immigrants and refugees. The goal is to examine the sociodemographic and socioeconomic variables affecting their physical and mental health. The second component is focused on the needs of francophone newcomers when it comes to accessing adapted health services in Nova Scotia.
Desired outcomes
Production and dissemination of a study on the health status and needs of francophone immigrants living in minority communities in Nova Scotia.
Developments to date
- Literature review and dissemination of a survey on “needs of immigrants to Nova Scotia regarding their health and access to care”
- Preliminary study results
Component 2
Study on the health status of francophone immigrants in minority communities in Nova Scotia and their needs when it comes to accessing physical and mental health services.
Date
2021-2025
Summary of activity
This is the first component of the study on physical and mental health of francophone immigrants and refugees. The goal is to examine the sociodemographic and socioeconomic variables affecting their physical and mental health. The second component is focused on the needs of francophone newcomers when it comes to accessing adapted health services in Nova Scotia.
Desired outcomes
Production and dissemination of a study on the health status and needs of francophone immigrants living in minority communities in Nova Scotia.
Developments to date
- Literature review and dissemination of a survey on “needs of immigrants to Nova Scotia regarding their health and access to care”
- Preliminary study results