NEWS & EVENTS

NHNSA MEMBERS and INDUSTRY PARTNERS

NEWS

NHNSA Leadership Spotlight: Andrew Holland

Andrew Holland has served as the Chief Executive Officer and Administrator of Grand View Manor since April of 2024. Prior to assuming his current role, Andrew was Chief Administrative Officer at East Cumberland Lodge in Pugwash NS. A dynamic and innovative leader, Andrew strives to elevate the lived experience of his residents through high-quality practice and a continuous aim to improve long term care at all levels of delivery.

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NHNSA Leadership Spotlight: Erin Fortin

Erin Fortin is CEO and Administrator of the County of Inverness Municipal Housing Corporation (CIMHC), a municipal not-for-profit in rural Cape Breton. She was appointed to the permanent role in July 2026 after serving as Acting CEO from April of that year, and joined the organization as Director, HR Services.

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NHNSA Leadership Spotlight: Jennifer Jesso

Jennifer Jesso is a Registered Nurse with more than 20 years of healthcare experience and over 10 years of leadership experience in the long-term care sector. She holds a Bachelor of Nursing degree from the University of Victoria and a Change Management Certificate from Dalhousie University.

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EVENTS

October 2026
Oct 07
07 October 2026
Join NHNSA throughout October for a series of engaging webinars designed to bring timely insights, innovative ideas, and valuable learning opportunities to professionals across the continuing care sector. Each week, we'll feature industry experts sharing the latest advancements, best practices, and emerging trends that are shaping long-term care in Nova...
Free
Oct 13
13 October 2026
Join NHNSA throughout October for a series of engaging webinars designed to bring timely insights, innovative ideas, and valuable learning opportunities to professionals across the continuing care sector. Each week, we'll feature industry experts sharing the latest advancements, best practices, and emerging trends that are shaping long-term care in Nova...
Free
Oct 21
21 October 2026
Enhancing expertise in Continuing Care Administration The School of Health Administration, Dalhousie University, and the Nursing Homes of Nova Scotia Association, are proud to offer this Certificate program for executives and administrators within the Continuing Care Sector. Fall 2026 Leadership in Continuing Care Administration admission is now open Fall offering...
Oct 22
22 October 2026
Join NHNSA throughout October for a series of engaging webinars designed to bring timely insights, innovative ideas, and valuable learning opportunities to professionals across the continuing care sector. Each week, we'll feature industry experts sharing the latest advancements, best practices, and emerging trends that are shaping long-term care in Nova...
Free
Oct 27
27 October 2026
Join NHNSA throughout October for a series of engaging webinars designed to bring timely insights, innovative ideas, and valuable learning opportunities to professionals across the continuing care sector. Each week, we'll feature industry experts sharing the latest advancements, best practices, and emerging trends that are shaping long-term care in Nova...
Free
November 2026
Nov 19
19 November 2026
Halifax Tower Hotel,
15 Lakelands Blvd.
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3S 1G4 Canada
NHNSA is excited to announce that our annual LTC Awards of Excellence Gala will take place on the evening of Thursday, November 19, 2026. We look forward to seeing a great turnout as we celebrate excellence in long term care together! SCHEDULE 5:30pm — Reception followed by the LTC Awards...
March 2027
Mar 17
17 March 2027
Halifax Marriott Harbourside,
Halifax Marriott Harbourside March 17 & 18, 2027. Stay tuned for details on this one as well.