All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia and the brain.
Truth & Reconciliation Day: The Many Faces of Dementia in Canada
Learn more about Dementia and Indigenous Peoples.
Advocacy in Action
Nova Scotians will be heading to the polls to vote in municipal elections on October 19, 2024. You can help make candidates aware of the need to make your community Dementia Friendly.
Sex & Gender Differences in Dementia
Learn more about sex & gender differences in dementia.
A message from our CEO: Reflecting on 2023-2024
We’re coming off the heels of our Annual General Meeting, where we reflected on our last fiscal year and looked forward to what is to come.
2024 DFC Awards Finalists
Learn all about our amazing Dementia Friendly Communities Awards Finalists and the incredible work they do in their communities!
Asian Heritage Month: The Many Faces of Dementia in Canada
Learn more about dementia in Asian communities.
First Responder's Day in Nova Scotia
Today, May 1, is First Responders Day in Nova Scotia. It is a day to recognize and honour the dedication of professional and volunteer first responders throughout our province.
World Delirium Awareness Day
Today, March 13, is World Delirium Awareness Day. Learn more about delirium and how it can impact people with dementia below.
Join our Advisory Committees of People with Lived Experience
We’re inviting people with dementia and care partners from across Nova Scotia to join our Advisory Committees of People with Lived Experience. These new committees will ensure that the voices of those experiencing dementia are included in in all aspects of our organization, from strategic direction to program planning.
A message from our CEO: The Many Faces of Dementia in Canada
On January 22, the Alzheimer Society of Canada released a new report, The Landmark Study: The Many Faces of Dementia in Canada. This is the second of three volumes of the study which details the demographic, social and economic impact of dementia in Canada. Volume three is expected to be released later this year.