​Event Highlights

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Keynote Address
The Well-Being Advantage: Reframing Quality in Continuing Care – Susan Stevens

Susan’s keynote will examine the link between workforce well-being and care quality in continuing care. Drawing on research and leadership experience, she will share practical strategies to strengthen communication, teamwork, and leadership, positioning workforce well-being as a core priority for quality and sustainability.

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Susan Stevens is a former senior leader in Nova Scotia’s continuing care system with nearly two decades of experience across government and health authorities. A licensed social worker, Certified Health Executive, EXTRA Fellow, and long-standing faculty member at Mount Saint Vincent University, she continues to teach and deliver leadership and workplace education programs across sectors. Susan has received multiple awards for leadership, innovation, and excellence in teaching.

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Additional Highlights

• Panels:

  • Innovations in Aging: From Research to Implementation – Translating research into better care, improved resident quality of life, and workforce resilience

  • The Future of Research in Continuing Care: From Evidence to Action – Exploring how research in Nova Scotia can shape infrastructure, technology, workforce, and inclusion

• Other Presentations: Inclusive care for older LGBTQ populations, mental health co-design, climate and heat-health impacts, mixed reality & smart tech for aging, infection control innovations

• Catered lunch, nutrition break, networking, exhibits, swag bag, and prize draws

 

Early Bird Registration
Available until February 17th, with a $40 discount per ticket. This is an in-person event only, and space is limited.

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Register now to secure your spot and view the full agenda with this link.

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We look forward to welcoming you to the 14th Annual Northwood Research Symposium!