The Department of Seniors is committed to ensuring the inclusion, well-being, and independence of seniors in Nova Scotia by facilitating the development of policies on aging and programs for seniors across government and through the provision and coordination of strategic planning, support, services, programs and information. This is achieved through leadership and collaboration with partners.

Vision

Nova Scotia is an inclusive society of caring communities that supports the wellbeing of seniors and values their contributions (Strategy for Positive Aging in Nova Scotia, 2005).

Mandate

• To lead the implementation of the Strategy for Positive Aging in Nova Scotia.
• To facilitate the planning, development, and coordination of policies, programs, and services for seniors in partnership with government departments, seniors, and voluntary seniors' groups.
• To consult with seniors and ensure their views are considered by the province in the development of policies, programs, and services.
• To serve as a single entry point to the Government of Nova Scotia - providing information on programs and services for seniors and their families and responding to seniors' issues and concerns.

Department of Seniors Staff

Valerie J. White	Chief Executive Officer	(902) 424-6322
Shalini Keel	Administrative Assistant to CEO	(902) 424-4737
Faizal Nanji	Director Corporate Strategy and Policy	(902) 424-7921
Wendy Aird	Director of Programs	(902) 424-4649
Toby Koffman	Communications Advisor	(902) 424-7957
Penny McCormick	Communications Director	(902) 424-7957
Pauline Cuvelier	Officer Manager	(902) 424-5461
Kate Scott	Secretary II	(902) 424-4255
Jeannine Jessome	Senior Policy Analyst	(902) 424-4735
Margaret Ann Bruhier	Senior Policy Analyst	(902) 424-0457
Jocelyn Yerxa	Community Development Officer	(902) 424-4779
Jacqueline Campbell	Community Development Officer	(902) 424-6211
Lisa Monk	50+ Expo Show Manager	(902) 424-5407