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Welcome to ESFRA

SUPPORTING EASTERN SHORE FAMILIES SINCE 1994

The Eastern Shore Family Resource Association is a not-for-profit, charitable organization. The association began with a Community Health Promotion Fund grant in 1994. We provide programs and services for families along the Eastern Shore from Lawrencetown / Lake Echo to Lower East Ship Harbour. We invite you to explore our website to learn more about the programs and services we offer. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Programs

Learn about all of the programs ESFRA has to offer! Early Learning, School-Aged, Youth and Adult!

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Services

Learn about all of the services ESFRA has to offer! Healthy Beginnings, Parenting Journey, workshops, lending programs, and more.

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Donate to ESFRA via CanadaHelps.org

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Drop-In Program Schedule

ESFRA Events Calendar

Upcoming Family Events

  • Explore the Shore @ Martinique Beach | Sat. April 26, 2025
    Explore the Shore @ Martinique Beach | Sat. April 26, 2025
    3 days to the event
    Apr 26, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ADT
    Martinique Beach, 2389 E Petpeswick Rd, Musquodoboit Harbour, NS B0J 2L0, Canada
    Apr 26, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ADT
    Martinique Beach, 2389 E Petpeswick Rd, Musquodoboit Harbour, NS B0J 2L0, Canada
    Happening monthly, "Explore the Shore" invites families to become adventurers and tourists, experiencing all that the Eastern Shore has to offer! A ticket is required for EACH person in attendance thank-you!

Upcoming Initiatives

  • Go With The Flow (APR 30) - Tampons, Pads & Panty Liners
    Go With The Flow (APR 30) - Tampons, Pads & Panty Liners
    7 days to the event
    Wed, Apr 30
    ESFRA Porter's Lake
    Apr 30, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    ESFRA Porter's Lake, Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, Canada
    We are excited to announce the Eastern Shore Family Resource Associations new initiative “Go with the Flow”! This program is offered to provide consistent access to FREE period products to residents of the Eastern Shore. There are three options per 3 month rotation. you may select ONE option.
  • It's Shore Fruit! - Family, Single Parent & Senior Fruit Bags
    It's Shore Fruit! - Family, Single Parent & Senior Fruit Bags
    14 days to the event
    Wed, May 07
    Eastern Shore Family Resource
    May 07, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    Eastern Shore Family Resource, Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, Canada
    FREE bi-weekly fresh fruit bags for local families, single parents & seniors. Registration required
  • It's Shore Cuisine! Hamburgers & Garden Salad
    It's Shore Cuisine! Hamburgers & Garden Salad
    14 days to the event
    Wed, May 07
    Eastern Shore Family Resource
    May 07, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    Eastern Shore Family Resource, Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, Canada
    FREE bi-weekly take-home meal kits for local families, single parents & seniors. Registration required.
  • It's Shore Fruit! - Family, Single Parent & Senior Fruit Bags
    It's Shore Fruit! - Family, Single Parent & Senior Fruit Bags
    28 days to the event
    Wed, May 21
    Eastern Shore Family Resource
    May 21, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    Eastern Shore Family Resource, Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, Canada
    FREE bi-weekly fresh fruit bags for local families, single parents & seniors. Registration required
  • It's Shore Cuisine! Grilled Chicken & Potato Salad
    It's Shore Cuisine! Grilled Chicken & Potato Salad
    28 days to the event
    Wed, May 21
    Eastern Shore Family Resource
    May 21, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    Eastern Shore Family Resource, Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, Canada
    FREE bi-weekly take-home meal kits for local families, single parents & seniors. Registration required.
  • Go With The Flow (MAY 28) - DIVA Menstrual Cups (3 Size Choices)
    Go With The Flow (MAY 28) - DIVA Menstrual Cups (3 Size Choices)
    35 days to the event
    Wed, May 28
    ESFRA Porter's Lake
    May 28, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    ESFRA Porter's Lake, Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, Canada
    We are excited to announce the Eastern Shore Family Resource Associations new initiative “Go with the Flow”! This program is offered to provide consistent access to FREE period products to residents of the Eastern Shore. There are three options per 3 month rotation. you may select ONE option.
  • Go With The Flow (JUN 25) - Period Panty & Pads
    Go With The Flow (JUN 25) - Period Panty & Pads
    63 days to the event
    Wed, Jun 25
    ESFRA Porter's Lake
    Jun 25, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    ESFRA Porter's Lake, Porters Lake Shopping Center, 5228 Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8, Canada
    We are excited to announce the Eastern Shore Family Resource Associations new initiative “Go with the Flow”! This program is offered to provide consistent access to FREE period products to residents of the Eastern Shore. There are three options per 3 month rotation. you may select ONE option.
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Contact Us

Civic Address: 

5228 HWY 7, Suite 203 Porters Lake Shopping Centre Porters Lake, NS B3E 1J8

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Mailing Address: 
P.O. Box 53 
Porters Lake, NS 
B3E 1M1

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Phone Number: (902) 827-1461

Fax: (902) 827-1464

Toll Free: 1 866-847-1461

E-Mail: esfamilyresource@ns.aliantzinc.ca

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