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ASIST Workshop
2026-09-23 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-09-22 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Halifax) | Kentville Volunteer Fire Department, 463 Main Street, Kentville, Nova Scotia, Canada
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-day suicide intervention training for anyone over the age of 18 interested in learning suicide first aid intervention skills. Trusted by professionals, approved by the World Health Organization, ASIST can be learned by anyone.
We are pleased to offer ASIST at a subsidized rate thanks to the generosity of the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia. The regular cost of ASIST is $275 plus taxes and fees, per person. Registration will open in July.
This training workshop is being at the Kentville Volunteer Fire Department, Kentville, NS. Lunch will be provided both days. Those who are registered must attend all day, each day, to be eligible for a certificate.
Register here: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training [ASIST] SEPT

WEI - Facilitation Skills
2026-09-22 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-15 09:00 - 13:00
Facilitation Skills facilitated by Marc Zirka – this is for people who either currently facilitate learning in your organization or who you see as good candidates. Please see course outline for more details.
Facilitation Skills will run virtually every Tuesday from 9am-1pm starting September 15th through October 21st.
In addition, there is a requirement for two in-person days, October 29th & 30th at RRSS in Dartmouth – 133 Isley Drive, Dartmouth, NS. Travel/accomodation costs are at your own organization’s expense as we cannot get them reimbursed by WEI.
To register, send Maddi or Lora the name, email, and phone number of the person you want to register. There are 11 spaces available.
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Grief, Loss, & End-of-Life Care Train-the-Trainer
2026-09-15 08:00 - 2026-09-17 17:00 | Antigonish Legion, 75 St. Ninian St, Antigonish, Nova Scotia, B2G 1Y7
NSCLO is working to develop and license a variety of training and resources for staff, families, and self-advocates. As part of this work, we will hold 2 sessions of training that are each 3 days to develop a host of trainers across the province. More information coming soon.

Home Share Community of Practice
2026-06-24 09:30 - 16:00
In person training day hosted in HRM – exact venue TBD
An opportunity for our HS CoP to get together and learn

Webinar: Leading Change at Work: Addressing Intimate Partner & Domestic Violence
2026-06-11 13:00 - 16:00
Leading Change at Work: Addressing Intimate Partner & Domestic Violence is a national workplace training designed to equip employers, managers, and employees with the knowledge and tools to recognize, respond to, and prevent the impacts of intimate partner and domestic violence in the workplace. This training is grounded in prevention and can be tailored to the unique needs of an organization.
Learning Outcomes
1. Explain the scope, impact, and dynamics of IPV/DV in Nova Scotia and Canada.
2. Differentiate the types of IPV/DV and recognize their effects on individuals, families, and workplace environments,
3. Identify the signs of IPV/DV at work and understand how it can affect employee safety, performance, and well-being
4. Apply the “Recognize, Respond, Refer” framework.
5. Reflect on strategies to foster a safe and supportive workplace culture, including policies, conversations, and actions that contribute to long-term prevention and change.
To register, please email Maddi – coordinator@nsclo.ca
About THANS
The Transition House Association of Nova Scotia (THANS) is a provincial umbrella association of 14 violence-against-women organizations across the province. They work to strengthen and support their member organizations, amplify their expertise, and advance a coordinated response to violence against women.
THANS – Transition House Association of Nova Scotia

ASIST Workshop
2026-06-10 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-09 08:30 - 16:30
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-day suicide intervention training for anyone over the age of 18 interested in learning suicide first aid intervention skills. Trusted by professionals, approved by the World Health Organization, ASIST can be learned by anyone.
We are pleased to offer ASIST at a subsidized rate thanks to the generosity of the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia. The regular cost of ASIST is $275 plus taxes and fees, per person. Click the link below to register today!
This training workshop is being held at the Holiday Inn Sydney – Waterfront, 300 Esplanade, Sydney, NS. Lunch will be provided both days. Those who are registered must attend all day, each day, to be eligible for a certificate.
Register here: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training [ASIST] JUNE

ASIST Workshop
2026-05-27 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-05-26 08:30 - 16:30 | Summer Street Industries, 72 Park Street, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-day suicide intervention training for anyone over the age of 18 interested in learning suicide first aid intervention skills. Trusted by professionals, approved by the World Health Organization, ASIST can be learned by anyone.
We are pleased to offer ASIST at a subsidized rate thanks to the generosity of the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia. The regular cost of ASIST is $275 plus taxes and fees, per person. Click the link below to register today!
This training workshop is being held at Summer Street Industries, 72 Park Street, New Glasgow. Lunch will be provided both days. Those who are registered must attend all day, each day, to be eligible for a certificate.
Register here: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training [ASIST] MAY

Resiliency Through Change - NSCLO Conference 2026
2026-05-13 12:00 - 2026-05-15 12:00 | White Point Beach Resort, 75 White Point Beach Resort Road, Hunts Point, Nova Scotia, B0T 1G0
Join us for NSCLO’s annual conference. A three day event at White Point Beach Resort focused on strengthening and advancing the disability support sector. This event brings together service providers, advocates, community leaders, and people with lived experience to share knowledge, explore emerging issues, and highlight innovative practices that support inclusion and accessibility. Through engaging speakers and meaningful conversations, participants will leave with new insights, practical tools, and stronger connections to help build more inclusive communities.
We have an exciting line up of speakers and first voice panelists. For our full schedule and lineup of events, please see our CONFERENCE BROCHURE
Tickets are available for purchase on our Zeffy site here: Resiliency Through Change – NSCLO Conference 2026
The conference ticket does not include accommodations. Please contact White Point Beach Resort staff Megan: 902-354-2711 x356, mjones@whitepoint.com or Kayleen: 902-354-2711 x810, kwhalenjacobs@whitepoint.com by April 9, 2026 to book your accommodations.

Home Share Community of Practice
2026-03-25 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-03-11 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-02-25 13:00 - 14:00
Home Share Community of Practice that is open to all DSP approved Home Share Providers

Speaker Series: Understanding Disabled Sexuality
2026-03-18 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-04 12:00 - 13:00

Trauma Informed Care Training
2026-03-05 09:00 - 12:45, 2026-02-26 09:00 - 12:45, 2026-02-19 09:00 - 12:45
The purpose of this workshop is to build trauma awareness and learn how to create trauma informed and integrated environments. The workshop will include how to apply the key principles of trauma informed practice (Safety, Trustworthiness, Choice, Collaboration and Empowerment) and sessions will also explore how staff can mitigate the effects of working in trauma exposed and/or stressed environments.
This training is DSP funded and is open sector wide.
Registration required. Please email coordinator@nsclo.ca

Central Regional Meeting
2026-03-05 01:00 - 14:30 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89899824065?pwd=[REDACTED]
NSCLO’s Central Regional Meeting. Virtual only.

Eastern Regional Meeting
2026-02-26 13:00 - 14:30 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81964119866?pwd=[REDACTED]
NSCLO’s Eastern Regional Meeting. Virtual only.

Northern Regional Meeting
2026-02-25 10:00 - 11:30 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89153856699?pwd=[REDACTED]
NSCLO’s Northern Regional Meeting. Virtual only.

Western Regional Meeting
2026-02-18 10:00 - 14:00 | 11 Queen Street, Yarmouth, NS, 11 Queen Street, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada
NSCLO’s Western Regional Meeting. In person meeting will be hosted at YACRO with hybrid option available.

Home Share 101
2026-02-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-12 10:00 - 12:00
This 2 hour virtual session will provide an overview of the upcoming community housing program, Home Share.
These sessions are open to all.
If you’d like to join, please email Lindsay to register: homeshare@nsclo.ca

NSCLO Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Board Elections
2026-02-11 14:00 - 17:00 | NSCC Campus, Halifax
Members are invited to review the year’s progress, discuss future initiatives, and participate in the democratic process of electing the leadership. Mandatory attendance for agency executive directors.
