Be Part of the 2026 Grief Symposium

Friday, November 20, 2026 | 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Best Western Plus Dartmouth Hotel & Suites
15 Spectacle Lake Drive, Dartmouth

Free admission — limited tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Mobilizing Grief: Building Networks of Care

Join people from across Nova Scotia for a day of learning, connection, and collaboration focused on strengthening grief support.

The 2026 Nova Scotia Grief Alliance Symposium will bring together healthcare professionals, community organizations, researchers, educators, advocates, caregivers, and people with lived experience to share knowledge and build stronger networks of care.

LEARN

Explore diverse perspectives and practical approaches to grief and bereavement support.

CONNECT

Build relationships with people and organizations from across Nova Scotia.

MOBILIZE

Turn shared learning and conversation into stronger networks of community care.

Who Should Attend?

The symposium welcomes:

  • Healthcare and social-service professionals
  • Grief and bereavement practitioners
  • Community organizations and volunteers
  • Researchers, educators, and students
  • Advocates, caregivers, and community leaders
  • People with lived experience
  • Anyone interested in strengthening grief support in Nova Scotia

Speakers & Program

Speaker announcements, session descriptions, and the complete symposium program are coming soon.

Check back for updates and follow the Nova Scotia Grief Alliance on Facebook for the latest symposium news.