Nova Scotia Nurses' Union

12/25/2025

As we wish Nova Scotians a happy and healthy holiday season, we extend a special thank you to our members, those at home with family and friends and those on the job.

Wishing one and all a very festive season; time to recharge and reconnect with people who mean the most.

Happy Holidays from the Nova Scotia Nurses’ Union.

12/23/2025

Please note the NSNU Office in Burnside will be closed to the public from Wednesday, December 24th to Thursday, January 1st, 2026, reopening on Friday, January 2nd.

Although the building will be closed to the public, staff may be onsite working through the holidays. Labour Relations Representatives will be available on a rotational, on-call schedule during this time. NSNU Members can find our LRR holiday schedule at nsnu.ca/LRRHolidays.

12/19/2025

Today, NSNU President Janet Hazelton presented a donation to Mandi MacDonald, part of the Feed Nova Scotia Philanthropy Team.

Feed NS distributes approximately three million kilograms of donated food each year to more than 130 food banks and meal programs throughout Nova Scotia. With nearly one in three households in Nova Scotia experiencing food insecurity, NSNU is proud to support Feed Nova Scotia’s work in serving communities and raising awareness of the daily challenges created by hunger and poverty.

In the spirit of the season, NSNU staff, Patti and Nancy, visited the Nova Scotia SPCA to deliver a donation of blankets, food and other supplies to support our furry friends.

We are grateful to give to organizations throughout our province during this festive season. Happy Holidays from the Nova Scotia Nurses’ Union.

12/18/2025

The NSNU Dartmouth General Hospital Local held a Winter Social yesterday, December 17, welcoming the more than 900 nurses working in that facility to stop by for hot apple cider, sweets and healthy snacks. NSNU president, Janet Hazelton was a guest at the popular event. Happy Holidays to our wonderful DGH nurses, and the very best in the coming year!

12/18/2025

While many of us share this festive season with our families, countless nurses continue to care for those who cannot be home for the holidays, and those requiring care in their homes. We thank all nurses who will be working on these significant days, and their families who sacrifice time and togetherness during this special time of year.

12/18/2025

This week, NSNU members working at Debert Court in Debert, Nova Scotia spread holiday cheer and spent some downtime together. Like all nurses working throughout this festive season, the NSNU wishes the Debert Court team the very best.

12/17/2025

Internationally Educated Nurses from the Aberdeen Hospital and their family members ventured into the cool night’s air this evening to sing carols and spread joy at the home of one of their exceptional clinical educators. Kindness and hope make the holidays a more memorable and special time of year.

12/16/2025

The NSNU would like to thank this amazing team from Dartmouth General Hospital 3 West Med/Surg for sharing this photo from their Holiday Pajama Party! What a festive and cozy way to ring in the season.

Be sure to share your Local celebrations with communications@nsnu.ca. Happy Holidays!

12/16/2025

NSNU Bissett Court members celebrated the holidays with a karaoke party and a potluck - a good time was had by all! Thank you to the nurses of Bissett Court for their good cheer and great care all year round.

Happy Holidays from the NSNU! Please send your Local celebrations to communications@nsnu.ca, we're happy to share!

12/16/2025

Holiday cheer was in the air as Greater Halifax VON held their annual holiday gathering at the NSNU Office in Burnside this month. This wonderful group of nurses enjoyed good food and good company.

Thank you to Greater Halifax VON for sharing this festive snap with us – you can send your Local celebrations to communications@nsnu.ca, we would love to share!

12/16/2025

While many people are spending this time of year with loved ones, enjoying festivities, some NSNU members are hard at work providing essential care for Nova Scotians.

During the holiday season and year round, our members give the gift of their care, compassion and nursing expertise.

Please enjoy this holiday video message from NSNU President, Janet Hazelton.

12/16/2025