Together, we build solutions for the timely advancement of excellence and innovation in nursing homes in Nova Scotia

Nursing Homes of Nova Scotia Association is the collective voice for advancing world class nursing homes in Nova Scotia. Founded in 2011, we are a not-for-profit Association supporting not-for-profit, for-profit, municipal, and multi-facility nursing homes across the province of Nova Scotia. We are solution-focused, and bring an innovative approach to address opportunities and challenges across the sector. Our Association believes in advocating and leading to influence change. We are committed to innovative approaches that ensure safe, high-quality standards of care. We support our members by sharing best practices through facilitated round-table discussions; offering educational and networking opportunities; and engaging direct feedback on government policy and sector issues.

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LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We acknowledge that the land upon which we gather is in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People. This land is governed by the Treaties of Peace and Friendship. We pay our respects to the Indigenous Mi’Kma’ki People who have occupied this land for over 12,000 years; past, present, and future. We also recognize the 400+ year history of communities of African descent and the 50 African Nova Scotian communities throughout the region today.

NEWS

MEMBER IN THE NEWS: Letting Go of Control to Build Trust: A Relational Approach with Joanna Osborne

In this brand new episode of The Relational Approach Podcast, Joanna Osborne, a seasoned dietitian and Director of Food Services at Windsor Elms in Nova Scotia- offers a deeply human perspective on how to support families in ways that create trust, not tension.

March 23, 2025

The National Institute on Ageing Releases 2024 Ageing in Canada Survey

The National Institute on Ageing (NIA) published the findings of its 2024 Ageing in Canada Survey, the country’s largest ongoing research initiative focused on the perspectives and experiences of Canadians aged 50 and older. Now in its third year, the survey, in partnership with the Environics Institute for Survey Research, sheds light on the evolving realities of ageing in Canada, offering critical insights into the social well-being, financial security, and health of older adults.

January 28, 2025

There’s No Place Like Home: Why Canada Must Prioritize Small Care Home Models in its Provision of Long-Term Care

The National Institute on Ageing (NIA) launched its latest report calling for the urgent prioritization of small care home models in the future delivery of long-term care (LTC) services across Canada.This report, There’s No Place Like Home, emphasizes the need for a transformative shift away from delivering care in large institutional care settings to smaller, more personalized, home-like environments that align with public preferences and improve care outcomes for residents and working conditions for staff.

January 12, 2025

EVENTS

April 2025

Apr 28

28 April 2025

NHNSA MEMBERS MEETING, TRADESHOW & CONFERENCE -- The Path Forward

NHNSA Spring Conference, Trade Show, Members Meeting Monday, April 28 & Tuesday, April 29 at the Halifax Convention Centre. Monday, April 28, 2025 NHNSA Membership Meeting-5:00-6:30 pmNetworking Reception with music […]

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“NHNSA is responsive and forward-thinking. Throughout the pandemic, the timely support we received and the advocacy on behalf of the long-term care sector was immeasurable. Each immerging issue within the sector was met with a proactive and strategic approach that continuously guides us through the new era of long-term care. Dykeland Lodge is honoured to be part of a progressive Association.”

-- Krista Beeler, Administrator, Dykeland Lodge, Windsor NS

MEMBERSHIP

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The Nursing Homes of Nova Scotia Association is the collective voice for leading and creating the very best in long term care for Nova Scotians. Together, we build solutions for the timely advancement of excellence and innovation.

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JUNE 13
LTC PROUD DAY
WHY THIS SPECIAL DAY

The second Thursday of June is #LTC Proud Day annually in Nova Scotia. This year this falls on June 13 and our theme is A Special Calling. It is a day to celebrate those working in long term care and to thank them for making this vital sector their chosen career. In fact, LTC is more than a career- it is truly a calling because that is what it means to work in LTC. It is a day to officially celebrate the expertise, dedication, meaningful relationships, moments of joy, affection and care delivered by staff every day in nursing homes throughout this province. READ MORE

“Complete Purchasing Service’s partnership and corporate membership with the NHNSA provides us the opportunity to directly engage with the industry’s leaders and decisions makers at the various events offered throughout the year. We gain further insight into the challenges they face, so we can deliver meaningful solutions.”

-- Angelo Colalillo, Vice President, Eastern CanadaComplete Purchasing Services and QUASEP

PARTNERSHIPS

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Associate Membership: Non-profit organizations or person wishing to support and advance the Nursing Homes of Nova Scotia Association through active advocacy and education.

Corporate Membership: Companies and businesses with an interest in the activities of the Nursing Homes of Nova Scotia Association that market/sell products and services to provider members.

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