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Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra

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The Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra is the future of music in our community. We are committed to providing unique opportunities for youth across Nova Scotia and to supporting young musicians as they grow.

Together, the Symphony Striders and the NSYO are raising money for the NSYO Wellness Program. The first of its kind in Atlantic Canada, the Wellness Program provides resources for mental, physical, and musical health that supports our youth musicians' development in a positive and healthy environment. Programming kicks off with the NSYO Connect: Orchestra Retreat Weekend where musicians meet our team of wellness experts and are introduced to the many components of healthy music making. Throughout the season musicians have access to the Beyond the Notes weekly workshop series which provides practical tools and encourages thoughtful conversations about wellness. Nutritional breaks are integrated into each rehearsal and musical programming is structured to support joyful music making.

May 6th 2026 is DOMUS REALTY MATCHING DAY!

Thanks to our team sponsor Domus Realty, we’re pleased to share that Domus Realty will officially present Domus Realty Matching Day! All donations made on May 6th 2026 through our team page or to our Striders teammates will be matched by Domus Realty dollar-for-dollar up to $5,000.

Together, the Symphony Striders and Domus Realty believe in the way music allows us to connect, express, and explore. The Symphony Striders have been a driving force behind Symphony Nova Scotia’s Education & Outreach programming for many years, and we can’t wait to once again team up with the Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra to raise funds for the NSYO Wellness Program.

We’re happy to offer some amazing rewards for our top fundraisers on the team!

  • First Place
    • A one-night stay at Westin Hotels & Resorts: Westin Nova Scotian (for two [2] people) including Valet-Parking and breakfast in the Seaport Social at Westin Nova Scotian.
    • Discovery Centre Family Pass (for four [4] people)
    • Two (2) U-Pick 4 ticket packages to Symphony Nova Scotia’s 2026/27 Season 
  • Second Place
    • A one-night stay at Four Points by Sheraton Halifax
    • Discovery Centre Family Pass (for four [4] people)
    • Two (2) U-Pick 4 ticket packages to Symphony Nova Scotia's 2026/27 Season 
  • Third Place
    • Discovery Centre Family Pass (for four [4] people)
    • Two (2) U-Pick 4 ticket packages to Symphony Nova Scotia's 2026/27 Season

*Register with Symphony Striders before January 31st 2026 to receive 2 tickets to the NSYO and SNS Side-By-Side concert 2:00pm February 22, 2026!

 

**Every Symphony Strider who raises over $500 for the team will receive two (2) complimentary tickets to The Nutcracker with Symphony Nova Scotia during the 2026/27 Season!


Teams

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Recent donors

Recent donors
Date Name Amount
May 14 John Macleod - SNS supporter Thank you for joining with the Striders and their race to wellness CA$54.67
May 14 John Macleod - SNS -past, but not present board member, and supporter Those who viola seem to have a lot of fun doing it and doing it well. Thank you for being with SNS this year and for being a Strider CA$108.38
May 14 John Macleod - SNS supporter Thank you for joining with the Striders. CA$54.67
May 14 John Macleod - SNS supporter and expired (not from running) board member Thank you for joining with the Striders this year. Music education is important. Wellness is important. thank you for adding to both. CA$54.67
May 14 Expired - not from running - SNS board member Thank you for joining with the striders and supporting the wellness of local music CA$54.67
May 14 John Macleod - SNS supporter and expired (not from running) board member The cellos are front and centre on stage, like you, supporting the NSYO and setting the tone. Thank you CA$54.67
May 14 John Macleod - SNS supporter Thank you for joining with the Striders - don't know your connection to the NSYO but it is great that you are with us CA$54.67
May 14 John Macleod - SNS -past, not present, and who knows the future board member, and supporter Margaret and her violin support music in more than one province. Thanks for all you do on stage, in the stands, and the board room. CA$108.38
May 14 John Macleod - SNS supporter and expired (not from running) board member Max and his bass have been on stage longer than SNS has. Glad he continues from time to time and glad he is out with the striders. CA$108.38
May 14 John Macleod - SNS supporter Thank you for being with the Striders. Listening to orchestral music is a team event as well CA$54.67