Digby & Area Community Health Board

Digby & Area Community Health Board Community Health Board members are a committed group of volunteers working together, under a legislated mandate, to improve the health of the community.

CHB members help create a Healthy Community by:

- Learning about the current health status of their community through Community Health Profiles, Community Health Plans and Public Engagement Plans

- Advocating for a Population Health approach to Healthy Communities and by recognizing the social determinants of health

- Actively participating in Community Health Planning

- Sharing their knowledge and experience of Community Health Board mandates

- Evaluating Wellness Funds applications from groups that plan to improve the health of their community

- Reporting on their activities and plans for the future

03/13/2026
03/13/2026
03/13/2026

March Break is coming and full of open gym activities at Digby Regional High, Saint Mary's Bay Academy and Islands Consolidated School!

**schedule subject to change. Sign up for Digby Rec Text 833-447-0130 first & last name and updates you wish to receive. gym walking .
Please note that there is NO Indoor Walking during March Break (March 17 & 19)

03/13/2026

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as your physical health and sometimes we all need a little extra support.

Tranquility offers access to personalized mental wellness tools plus a unique coaching component designed to help you build practical skills for managing stress, anxiety, low mood, and everyday challenges.

- One-on-one coaching support to help you stay accountable and on track
- Evidence-informed tools you can use in real life
- Flexible, virtual access that fits your schedule
- A focus on building resilience... not just coping in the moment

Coaching can make all the difference. Having someone guide, encourage, and help you apply strategies in your day-to-day life turns good intentions into lasting change.

If you’ve been thinking about strengthening your mental health toolkit, this could be a great place to start.

Learn more and sign up here, https://www.tranquility.app/novascotia

03/13/2026

Small steps still count. 👣

Progress doesn’t need to be big to matter. Remember to be patient with yourself. 💛

Thanks Digby Area Learning Association - DALA for putting on these wonderful workshops!
03/13/2026

Thanks Digby Area Learning Association - DALA for putting on these wonderful workshops!

Our third Healthy Cooking on a Budget Workshop is taking place on Thursday, March 19th at the Digby Royal Canadian Legion from 4pm to 6pm.

Join us for an engaging cooking demonstration, where you can learn smart shopping strategies, meal prep tips, and techniques to prepare nutritious dishes using affordable ingredients. The best part of this workshop is you get to savor a delicious serving once the dish has been prepared and you can also take the recipe home with you.

You can register for the workshop today using the following link:
https://forms.gle/YSCxmg6iM1DjBCDq7

03/11/2026

Indoor Walking Tuesday and Thursday night from 6-7pm. Join us to walk the halls and get your steps in these last few weeks of winter! Indoor shoes required.
Please note there will be NO PROGRAM Tuesday March 17 and Thursday March 19 due to March Break.
Last day of the season Thursday March 26.

03/11/2026

Some moments in life feel heavier than others and knowing where to begin can make all the difference.

Our latest blog explores seven real-life situations when reaching out to 211 Nova Scotia can help you find your footing, connect with support, or simply feel less alone.

Whether it’s managing bills, navigating health care, supporting a loved one, or facing a housing challenge, there’s a place to start.

Read the blog: https://ow.ly/eQY250Yq6Gr
Need help today? Call or text 2‑1‑1

03/11/2026

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C/o SMH - Community Health Boards; 462 Main St
Middleton, NS
B0S 1P0

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