The Nursing Homes of Nova Scotia Association is very pleased to announce the appointment of Debra Boudreau as our Association’s new Executive Director.

Boudreau brings to the position outstanding experience and credentials in leadership, the long-term care sector, other healthcare sectors, human resources, and provincial government healthcare operations. She has 25 years of experience in executive management, team development, and project management.

Boudreau held the position of CEO/Administrator of Tideview Terrace for 20 years, leading the organization in a person-directed approach to long term care with certification from the Eden Alternative international, New York. She is an Associate Certified Coach (ACC Level) and member of the International Coaching Federation and is a Program Consultant, Mentor and Executive Coach with Baracca Management Group.

Earlier in her career she has held positions such as Regional Director and Supervisor of Assessment Services, Continuing Care Branch, Department of Health, Province of Nova Scotia and Seasonal Lecturer /Teaching Assistant , Master of Science Program, School of Occupational Therapy, Dalhousie University and the Occupational Therapy Service and Day Hospital Program, South West Nova Scotia District Health Authority.

Boudreau has an impressive record of education and professional development certification in areas such as change management, LEAN Management, Professional and Business Executive Coaching, Psychologically Safe Workplaces, Team building and more. She holds a Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy, post professional as well as a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, all from Dalhousie University.

Krista Beeler, NHNSA Board Chair says, “Debra is a much respected and highly regarded leader within both the long-term care and wider health care sector and brings with her an impressive track record of innovative, progressive leadership, professionalism and integrity. She has established a wide network of colleagues developed through trusting and credible professional relationships and collaborations provincially, nationally and beyond. We welcome Debra and are looking forward to her leadership depth as we continue to support, advance and advocate for the long-term care sector across Nova Scotia to thrive.”

“ I am honoured to join the Nursing Homes of Nova Scotia Association as Executive Director,” states Boudreau. “Supporting members, strengthening advocacy efforts, and contributing to system-level transformation are priorities I bring to this role. I look forward to working together to ensure nursing homes across Nova Scotia are supported, resilient, and positioned to provide high-quality care now and into the future.”

Ms. Boudreau will begin her new position effective June 18