Dalhousie Dental Brigades is a University Chapter for the non-profit, student-led organization Global Dental Brigades, which provides access to free dental care in remote, under-resourced communities in Honduras, Panama, and Guatemala.
Dalhousie EngiQueers
We are an official member group operating as an extension of EngiQueers Canada, a national non-profit that represents the 2SLGTBQIA+ community in engineering & celebrates, promotes, and advocates for equity, diversity, and belonging in engineering. Our three pillars are 1. professional development (e.g., sending delegates to the annual national EngiQueers Canada conference), 2. education & advocacy (e.g., delivering EDIA training), and 3. social connection (e.g., hosting events on campus such as drag shows, community walks, art nights, and more). Dal EQ has a General Member Community that students and professionals are invited to join.
Dalhousie's African Students' Association (DASA)
DASA is a community that aims to foster a sense of belonging and support for students of African descent. We organize events, workshops, and initiatives to promote cultural awareness, celebrate diversity, and provide resources for academic and personal success. It's a wonderful opportunity for students to connect, make friends, and navigate their university journey together.
Atlantic Student Research Journal Dalhousie Chapter (DAL ASRJ)
The Dalhousie chapter of the Atlantic Student Research Journal (ASRJ) is a society made to inspire Dalhousie students to become the voice of innovation and research. We encourage the literary aspect of science and apply it by creating peer-reviewed articles from research topics that students are passionate about. This is a step to the research world, we have events from scientific writing training to general social gatherings.
Weldon Literary Moot
Dalhousie Conservative Club
Dalhousie Global Brigades - Medical
Tau Lambda Xi Sorority
Tau Lambda Xi Sorority is local to Halifax and was founded back in 2017. We recruit female identifying individuals from Dalhousie, and other universities surrounding the HRM! Since then our organization has hosted various events throughout each academic year that offer social, leadership, and philanthropic oppertunities to our members.
Dalhousie Marine Conservation Society (DMC)
The Dalhousie Marine Conservation Society (DMC) aims to cultivate the interest of marine conservation science in undergraduate students, primarily targeting students in marine biology, biology, environmental science, sustainability and related majors. Marine science is multi-sectoral, and conservation is increasingly important as the effects of climate change and the overexploitation of marine animals and ecosystems are gaining prominence. DMC plans to introduce and engage students in this marine science sector while raising awareness of the broad range of opportunities in this field, including research, statistics, NGOs, and fieldwork.
Dalhousie University Chinese Students and Scholars' Association
We are a group of Chinese students and alumni at Dalhousie University. Our aim is to provide information and support to Chinese students studying at Dalhousie and help them overcome any challenges they may face. We understand that having a community of people who share a common language and cultural background can be very beneficial. Therefore, we organize various activities such as outdoor hiking, Spring Festival parties, orientation events, and more. Our goal is to make the academic journey…
Dalhousie Lion’s Club
The Dalhousie Lion’s Club serves to meet the needs of our local Dalhousie and Halifax community because we share a core belief - to serve our community. Some events that we have organized in the past include volunteering at the local soup kitchen, preparing a home cooked meal for the local homeless shelter, care packages for first year undergrads as well as a clothing drive!
Greater Love Dalhousie
With the help of the student body, we at Greater Love Dal participate in weekly outreaches with the purpose of offering food and listening to the stories of those on the streets of Halifax. We emphasize building strong friendships and showing those who are experiencing homelessness that they are loved and cared for.
Dalhousie Global Brigades - Public Health Chapter
Dalhousie Urban Garden Society
Skin Protection Force (SPF)
Dalhousie Blood Society (DalBlood)
We are a group of students interested in advocating for and promoting blood donation in the Dalhousie community. We strive to inform students about the important roles blood and tissue donors play in Canada's healthcare system, and encourage anyone who is eligible to join Canada's Lifeline. DalBlood works closely with Canadian Blood Services (CBS) to organize on-campus blood donation clinics, where many of our society members volunteer to support CBS staff.
Dalhousie University Sudanese Society
The main mission of this society is to make every Sudanese student in and coming to Dalhousie that they are well represented, and their voice is heard. Especially with the ongoing war we have right now, the formation of this society will connect and resonate with so many Sudanese students that come from the homeland.
Pakistan Student Association (PSA)
Welcome to the Pakistani Student Association (PSA) at Dalhousie University. We are a rich cultural and traditional society which makes you feel home far-from-home. Throughout the academic year we organise multiple exciting and engaging events for Pakistani students to enjoy and participate in. From cultural and recreational activities to excursion trips across Canada. Join us on creating lasting memories by being part of the Pakistani community on campus.
Dalhousie Students Supporting Sick Children (DSSSC)
We are a fundraising society in support of the IWK, a local children’s hospital in Halifax. We hold biweekly meetings and put on fun and exciting events such as, bake sales, board game nights, trivia nights, silent auctions, toy drives, etc. We are welcoming new members to volunteer at events and introduce any new event ideas.
