2026 NHNSA Long Term Care Awards of Excellence Gala — November 19, 2026
Nova Scotia’s long-term care sector is filled with inspiring individuals, dedicated teams, and organizations making a meaningful difference every day. Join us in celebrating the quality, leadership, and outstanding initiatives that continue to strengthen long-term care across our province. Let’s recognize the people and work that make our sector something to be proud of!
THANK YOU TO OUR GALA SPONSORS
CALL FOR BOARD NOMINATIONS —
The NHNSA is seeking engaged and committed members to join its Board of Directors and help shape the future of the long-term care sector in Nova Scotia. This is an opportunity to bring your experience, perspective, and passion for advocacy to the table while working collaboratively to address challenges, advance practical solutions, and support the needs of our members and the sector as a whole. We invite qualified NHNSA members to consider putting their name forward for the upcoming three-year term. Nominations close September 11, 2026
FOR NHNSA MEMBERS — Join SGP for an exciting, in‑person trade show created for Canada’s senior living and healthcare sector.
JUNE 13
LTC PROUD DAY
WHY THIS SPECIAL DAY
June 13 is #LTCProud Day in Nova Scotia. We join our sector and communities across the country in recognizing National Long-Term Care Day in Canada. This year’s theme, Caring Across Canada, reflects the shared compassion, commitment, and dedication that connects long-term care communities from coast to coast to coast. It is a day to celebrate the extraordinary care, meaningful relationships, and unwavering commitment demonstrated every day by long-term care teams who continue to support residents with dignity, kindness, expertise, and heart through both challenges and transformation. Together, we proudly recognize and thank all those who make long-term care such an essential and deeply valued sector. #LTCProud #NationalLTCDay. READ MORE
NEWS
RESULTS ARE IN!! 2026 National Long-Term Care Survey
The 2026 National Long-Term Care Survey, released by CALTC on October 20 in Ottawa, highlights the evolving state of long-term care in Canada. Bringing together provincial and territorial associations and operators, the survey shares key data and insights to inform advocacy, strengthen collaboration, and advance innovative approaches to care.
October 13 Webinar Recording is Available — Sanofi, Dr. Vivien Brown
Dr. Vivien Brown, a respected family physician, educator, and expert in women’s health, immunization, and healthy aging, shared her expertise in the presentation “What You Don’t Already Know About Vaccines.” As an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto, Dr. Brown has made significant contributions to health promotion and vaccine education across Canada. In this presentation, she offered valuable insights into the importance of immunization throughout life, helping us better understand the role vaccines play in protecting individual and public health.
October 3 Webinar Recording is Available — CanHealth, Emma Robinson
Emma Robinson, Innovation Coordinator at the Bruyère Research Institute, shared her expertise in the presentation “Implementing AI-Empowered Technology in LTC: Best Practices and Practical Guidance.” Through her work with the CAN Health Long-Term Care Innovation and Scaling Network, Emma has helped connect long-term care homes with innovative, Canadian-made solutions to improve care for residents and support staff. With over eight years of experience developing and evaluating healthcare partnerships, she offered valuable insights into how technology and innovation can be implemented effectively in long-term care settings.
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