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Join us at You’re in Charge to talk about getting ready for adult care. The You’re in Charge workshop is a valuable expe...
04/03/2026

Join us at You’re in Charge to talk about getting ready for adult care.

The You’re in Charge workshop is a valuable experience for youth (13+) with health conditions and their caregivers to start building health management skills.

Our next on-line workshop for youth in New Brunswick, PEI and Nova Scotia begins Tuesday, May 5th. To register check us out at www.iwk.nshealth.ca/youre-in-charge

For more resources to prepare your transition from pediatric to adult health care and information about the Transitions of Care Committee, check out www.iwk.nshealth.ca/transitions

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The Readiness Checklist is a list of different skills you need as you take on more responsibility for your health. It h...
04/03/2026

The Readiness Checklist is a list of different skills you need as you take on more responsibility for your health. It helps you keep track of what you know, what you’re learning, and what you might need help with as you move toward adult care.

The Readiness Checklist is now available in 5 languages! Check it out on the IWK website and share your completed checklist with your health care team.

https://iwkhealth.ca/comfort-safety-and-support/transition-adult-health-care/transition-resources-patients-and-families

April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to celebrate diversity and inclusion. Together, let’s embrace the strengths, pe...
04/02/2026

April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to celebrate diversity and inclusion. Together, let’s embrace the strengths, perspectives, and contributions of autistic individuals.

To learn more and explore resources, local events and ways to get involved that support autistic voices, visit Autism Nova Scotia and Aidecanada

Looking for ways to support your child at home and in everyday routines?Our Virtual Autism Education Series continues th...
04/01/2026

Looking for ways to support your child at home and in everyday routines?

Our Virtual Autism Education Series continues this spring with free online sessions for parents and caregivers. These sessions share simple, supportive tips from health-care professionals that you can use in daily life.

Topics include getting to know PPAS, autism, behaviour, communication, toileting, sleep, mealtimes, community resources, and more.

We’ve also added three new sessions:

Understanding Behaviour – Part 2: What We Do Next
Growing Social Connections
Safety Basics: Prevention, Planning, and Skill Building Sessions run April–June

Register: iwkhealth.ca/provincial-preschool-autism-service/autism-education-series or visit the link in our bio

We hope to see you there!

Are you a youth with complex medical needs (14–24 years old), or a family member? We’d love to hear from you. Your feedb...
04/01/2026

Are you a youth with complex medical needs (14–24 years old), or a family member? We’d love to hear from you.

Your feedback will help us build a Transition to Adult Care Resource Guide with clear, useful information to support the move to adult care. You may even find a few helpful tips for yourself.

To offer feedback, reach out to Jackie Pidduck, Transition Coordinator
902-266-4054
IWKTransition@iwk.nshealth.ca

April 1 marks Oncology Nursing Day, a day to recognize and celebrate the work of oncology nurses and the impact they hav...
04/01/2026

April 1 marks Oncology Nursing Day, a day to recognize and celebrate the work of oncology nurses and the impact they have on IWK patients and their families each and every day.

Oncology nurses provide unwavering support, compassion and care to patients and families. They support them through their diagnosis, guide them through treatment, comfort them in times of need, and celebrate their victories.

We appreciate their strength, compassion, expertise and commitment!

Today is International Transgender Day of Visibility.March 31 is a day to celebrate the strength, resilience, and contri...
03/31/2026

Today is International Transgender Day of Visibility.

March 31 is a day to celebrate the strength, resilience, and contributions of transgender people while raising awareness of the discrimination they continue to face.

IWK Health is committed to supporting the transgender community and strengthening access to inclusive, affirming health care. Investments in gender-affirming care are helping more Nova Scotians live as their authentic selves. We stand in solidarity with the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

“After years of being overlooked by doctors, having near constant contact with the team made me feel like I wasn’t forgo...
03/30/2026

“After years of being overlooked by doctors, having near constant contact with the team made me feel like I wasn’t forgotten about and I would still be taken care of."

Specialized care can change everything. At IWK, patients with endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain are finally feeling heard through a compassionate, team-based approach that treats the whole person—not just the symptoms.

https://iwkhealth.ca/news-and-stories/why-specialized-care-matters-patients-feel-heard-iwks-endometriosis-and-chronic

Let’s Talk: Teens Building their Healthcare SkillsApril 17th 12-12:45pmRegistration link - https://surveys.novascotia.ca...
03/30/2026

Let’s Talk: Teens Building their Healthcare Skills
April 17th 12-12:45pm
Registration link - https://surveys.novascotia.ca/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=77LL36m0K
This session is for parents and caregivers of children living with a health condition. You’ll hear directly from youth who have moved into the adult healthcare system and learn why it’s helpful to start the conversation about transition early. We’ll explore what self-management means, why it matters, and how you and your child can begin building these skills together.

IWK patients and families are advised that from March 29 - 31, 2026, the Children’s Emergency Department entrance, on So...
03/29/2026

IWK patients and families are advised that from March 29 - 31, 2026, the Children’s Emergency Department entrance, on South Street, will be temporarily closed. During this time, all patient and family access to the Emergency Department will be via the South Street Entrance of the Children’s Building .

Getting where you need to go

Once inside, follow the directional signage, or ask any IWK staff member for help at any time.

Patient and Families who need care at IWK Emergency Department are welcome to use the APSEA parking lot across the street. Traffic control personnel will be onsite to assist.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we make this temporary change to allow for the completion of necessary building improvements. Your child’s safety and care remain our top priority.

https://iwkhealth.ca/news-and-stories/temporary-childrens-emergency-department-entrance-march-29-april-1

Parents and caregivers of children with autism starting Primary in September 2026 — join our virtual Question & Answer s...
03/27/2026

Parents and caregivers of children with autism starting Primary in September 2026 — join our virtual Question & Answer sessions.

Get guidance and support to help make your child’s transition to school smoother. Session dates:

Wednesday, April 8 (English) from 12:00 PM–1:00 PM
Monday, April 13 (French) from 12:00 PM–1:00 PM

Hosted by the Provincial Preschool Autism Service (PPAS) in partnership with IWK Health, the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, and Nova Scotia Early Childhood Development Intervention Services (NSECDIS).

Register: iwkhealth.ca/provincial-preschool-autism-service/autism-education-series or visit the link in our bio

We hope to see you there!

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The IWK Health Centre provides quality care to women, children, youth and families in the Maritimes and beyond.

In addition to providing highly specialized (tertiary) care, the IWK also provides primary care services.

The IWK is engaged in leading-edge research; works to promote healthy lifestyles for families; and supports education opportunities for health professionals and other learners.

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