Nova Scotia Society of Occupational Therapists (NSSOT)

07/29/2025

Attention all active NSSOT members: you are invited to take 10% off Reflective Practice for Professionals on-demand course - a concise, 1 hour program designed to support learning, professional growth and alignment with practice standards across professions.

If you hold an active NSSOT membership you will have received an email with a code to access:

✔️Six short self-paced lessons
✔️Companion workbook
✔️Immediate access
✔️Certificate upon completion
📅 Offer expires April 1st 2026

Learn more at https://cornerstoneot.mykajabi.com/reflective_practice

07/23/2025

See attached for an exciting job opportunity with Cornerstone Occupational Therapy Consultants!

07/14/2025

Ready to take your professional development to the next level? As an NSSOT member, you have access to our Education Fund - offering partial or full funding for PD opportunities! 🌟📚

🔗Apply now at this link: https://share.google/czwMDOdhLlaVKoRPO
💬Tag a fellow OT who should apply!

06/16/2025

Check out this webinar oppourtunity from Dr. Tanya Packer on self-management strategies! Happening this Wednesday, June 18th

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05/28/2025

Our president Joslin Holt shares a little more about the two open exec positions on our team this year!
If these interest you, please join us for our AGM this Saturday May 31st at the Halifax YMCA, 11:30-12:30

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AGM Agenda:
1. Adoption of 2025 AGM Agenda​
2. Annual Report 2024 – 2025​
•Strategic Planning Outcomes ​
•Advocacy Committee​
•Education Committee​
•NSSOT Education Fund​
3. Financial Statements​
4. Proposed Budget 2025 – 2026​
5. Nominations and Elections for Vacant Executive Positions​
6. Adjournment ​
7. Open Discussion Forum

05/27/2025

Want to get more involved in the OT community?

We’re looking for members to join the NSSOT Executive Committee! Now accepting applications for open positions—bring your voice, your ideas, and help shape the future of our profession!!

05/26/2025

Calling all stroke rehab clinicians!!

Passing along this research participation opportunity from Dalhousie’s School of Health and Human Performance.

Details below!

05/21/2025

There’s still time to register for our FREE education session ahead of our AGM!!💙💚

What: The Burnout Battle: Recognize, Navigate, and Recover – Education Session
Followed by our Annual General Meeting
When: Saturday, May 31st, 2025
• 10:00–11:00 AM – Education Session
• 11:30 AM–12:30 PM – AGM
Where: John W. Lindsay YMCA, Halifax – Community Room

Come for the insight, stay for the community. We can’t wait to see you there!!

Link to register: nssot.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e41431528eddd0818b09343f3&id=7f32010d1f&e=570cc40659

05/02/2025

Join us for a meaningful morning of learning and connection!

What: The Burnout Battle: Recognize, Navigate, and Recover – Education Session
Followed by our Annual General Meeting
When: Saturday, May 31st, 2025
• 10:00–11:00 AM – Education Session
• 11:30 AM–12:30 PM – AGM
Where: John W. Lindsay YMCA, Halifax – Community Room

Come for the insight, stay for the community. We can’t wait to see you there!!

Education registration: https://nssot.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e41431528eddd0818b09343f3&id=7f32010d1f&e=570cc40659

AGM Registration: https://nssot.us12.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e41431528eddd0818b09343f3&id=7d3eb955fe&e=570cc40659

03/28/2025

Did you know that the Occupational Therapists Act of Nova Scotia requires society membership as a requirement of registration?

Make sure to renew your membership by April 1st to get another year of access to discounted education opportunities, member social events, advocacy support and more!!

03/24/2025

Job Opportunity for an Occupational Therapist in Halifax -

Posted 7:55:26 PM. Join the Northwood team!Northwood is currently accepting applications for a Term Part-time Mental…See this and similar jobs on LinkedIn.

03/24/2025

Have you ever wondered what an occupational therapist does?

Britney Plume helps people regain independence in their daily lives, whether it’s safely navigating their home, preparing meals or managing personal care. As part of the Northern Zone Mobile Health and Wellness Team, she brings care directly to communities across northern Nova Scotia.

“We focus on the functional things that matter to people,” Britney says. “From the minute you wake up to the minute you go to bed, we help make daily tasks easier.”

Learn more about the team and upcoming programs: https://www.nshealth.ca/news-and-notices/meet-britney-supports-independence-through-occupational-therapy



📸 Photo of Britney Plume, occupational therapist with Northern Zone Mobile Health and Wellness Team.