All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia and the brain.

Join our Advisory Committees of People with Lived Experience

March 12, 2024

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.

Advisory Committees of People with Lived Experience

A message from our CEO: The Many Faces of Dementia in Canada

Nova Scotia
January 24, 2024

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.

A message from our CEO

Philanthropy Day - Andrew Feenstra

November 15, 2022

The owner of Cyclesmith bicycle shop on Agricola Street in the North End of Halifax, Andrew Feenstra is a true philanthropist.

A bald man in a black polo tshirt smiling in front of a row of bicycles on display. His shirt logo reads "Cyclesmith"

I give because of my Betty

October 11, 2022

Ken Mantin, care partner for his wife Betty, shares why he gives to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia.

Ken & Betty Mantin on their anniversary

A message from our CEO: Navigating the Path Forward for Dementia in Canada

September 6, 2022

With the release of Navigating the Path Forward for Dementia in Canada: The Landmark Study Report #1, and with projections set to rise so significantly, we all have a role to play – in reducing our own risk, and in ensuring those with dementia and those who support them can live well and remain engaged in their communities.

A message from our CEO Navigating the Path Forward

40 Years of Impact

Nova Scotia
May 12, 2022

40 years! It’s hard to believe it, but that is how old ASNS will turn on January 31, 2023. 40 years of supporting Nova Scotians on the dementia journey. 40 years of impact.

ASNS logo overlaying old photographs