NHNSA was pleased to release hard copy editions of our 2024 Annual Report on June 19 at our Annual General Meeting held at Mount Saint Vincent University. Thank you to the more than 70 members and partners in attendance. Here is a digital version of the report for those not able to attend the meeting in person. We hope you enjoy this overview of a year filled with strong advocacy, professional development opportunities and best practises, innovative initiatives and strategies, broad communications as well as recognition and celebration for the contributions of those working and living in long term care.

“Complete Purchasing Services is pleased to be the NHNSA’s Title Sponsor once again,” comments Vanessa Yurchesyn, CPS Account Manager. “As a trusted partner, the Association and sector can count on CPS to be on the journey with you in exploring solutions to ensure the highest standards of care for nursing homes in our province. Our values are aligned with yours, and we are committed to supporting your progressive work now and in the future.”

A new continuing care assistant (CCA) program will be tested this year with the goal of improving training and getting more CCAs delivering quality care sooner. A six-month training program with updated curriculum that better reflects the complex care needs of older Nova Scotians will be piloted in April, with a second class in the fall. The current average length of CCA training is eight months.