On Remembrance Day, we come together to honour and remember those who have served and sacrificed for Canada. We remember their courage and dedication and the debt we owe them. We remember the commitment and sacrifices of generations before us and we renew our commitment to Canadian values of freedom, democracy, and peace. Veterans […]
IT'S TIME to #STOPPressureInjuries! Did you know? 1 in 4 people in Canadian healthcare settings experience a pressure injury on any given day, despite up to 70% of pressure injuries being preventable? Pressure injuries can also extend a hospital stay by 4 to 11 days! Help increase awareness of Pressure Injuries & prevention by taking part […]
The holiday season is a time to reflect on the previous year and plan for the future. All of us at Dykeland Lodge are appreciative of the partnerships that have been built, as well as the commitment that each of our partners has made to our success and the development of long-term care in Nova […]
INTERNATIONAL HUMAN SOLIDARITY DAY -- DECEMBER 20, 2023 This day was first established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2005, recognizing the critical role of solidarity in promoting a culture of peace and non-violence. In today's interconnected and rapidly changing world, the need for international solidarity has never been greater. Global issues such as […]
The winter solstice is the day with the fewest hours of sunlight throughout the year, making it the “shortest day” of the year. Thankfully, after we reach the winter solstice, the days begin to grow longer and longer again until we reach the summer solstice—the first day of summer and the longest day of the year. https://www.almanac.com/content/first-day-winter-winter-solstice
KWANZAA -- DECEMBER 26 to JANUARY 1 -- Kwanzaa is a cultural holiday that celebrates African heritage and culture. It is observed from December 26th to January 1st each year, culminating in a festive gathering known as the Karamu Ya Imani (Feast of Faith). Kwanzaa is a time for reflection, community, and the reaffirmation of […]
We want to take a moment to wish all our residents, staff, family, friends and partners a very happy New Year 2024. As we enter 2024, let us embrace the new opportunities and adventures that await us. May this new year be filled with more love, joy, happiness, and success for all of us. Happy […]
Each January, the Alzheimer Society supports and leads Canada's Alzheimer's Awareness Month. During this month, we at the Society encourage organizations across Canada, and individuals like you, to learn more about dementia and its stark impact on Canadians. And while Alzheimer's Awareness Month may stop at the end of January, the experiences of people who live with dementia […]
Every year on January 4th, World Braille Day reminds us of the importance of accessibility and independence for those who are blind or visually impaired. About 36 million people around the world are blind. By 2050, the number of people diagnosed with blindness is predicted to rise to 115 million. Those who are blind or […]
World Religion Day is celebrated on the third Sunday in January every year, and is a reminder of the need for harmony and understanding between religions and faith systems. On this day, communities of different faiths have the opportunity to get together and listen to each other, as well as celebrate the differences and commonalities […]
Celebrate African Heritage Month 2024 The 2024 African Heritage Month theme is Our Smiles, Our Joy, Our Resilience as African Nova Scotians. This month is a time to celebrate and recognize the history and culture of people of African descent. The theme aligns with the final year of the United Nations’ International Decade for People of […]
Groundhog Day is a folk tradition celebrated across North America on February 2, aimed at predicting the arrival of spring. Largely observed in Canada and the United States, the popular custom is based upon the belief that the emergence of a groundhog from its burrow on this day can help determine the duration of winter. […]
