Nova Scotia Provincial Library

06/01/2026

June is National Indigenous History Month, a chance to learn about the unique traditions, culture, and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. It is also a time to reflect on how we can all contribute to reconciliation.

Some ways to learn more about First Nations, Inuit, and Métis experiences include:
• Reading books by Indigenous authors
• Attending community gatherings and events
• Watching films or performances
• Listening to music by Indigenous artists
• Following First Nations, Inuit and Métis creators on social media

Learn more: https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1683124800202/1683124846095

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06/01/2026

It’s Access Awareness Week (May 31–June 6). This year’s theme is Disability Justice: Stronger Together, First Voice Leading Change for Collective Action.

To recognize the week, Halifax Public Libraries is sharing a list of nonfiction books written by disabled authors. Browse the list here: https://halifax.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/display/1135550427/3021732047

Access Awareness Week is an opportunity to raise awareness and engage Nova Scotians on the issues around access and inclusion. This year's theme is disability justice, with a focus on highlighting first voice stories and activism. Explore our collection below and learn more from the lived experience...

05/31/2026

Access Awareness Week Nova Scotia (AAWNS) starts today and runs from May 31 to June 6. This week is an opportunity to learn about the work of disability advocates across the province. It also highlights the importance of removing barriers and taking action to improve access and inclusion for people with disabilities.

There are a number of free community events happening this week. To learn more and find event details, visit:
https://nsleo.com/aawns-events/

05/29/2026

Ticks are found across Nova Scotia, and some can transmit serious diseases. As temperatures rise, it is important for people to protect themselves, their family members and pets.

Ticks like warm places on the body, so it is important to do a thorough tick check after spending time outside, including:
- around ears
- behind knees
- in the hair
- between the legs and in the groin area
- around the waist

People can reduce their risk by:
- wearing long pants and long sleeves in areas likely to have ticks
- wearing light-coloured clothing (light colours make it easier to see ticks)
- wearing enclosed shoes and tucking pants into socks
- walking on well-travelled paths, avoiding long grass and vegetation
- applying insect repellents approved by Health Canada to exposed skin and clothes (following directions carefully)

People with questions or concerns about tick safety or tick-borne diseases can call 811 or visit the Nova Scotia Health Tick Service at: https://www.nshealth.ca/clinics-programs-and-services/nova-scotia-health-tick-service

Local pharmacists can assess tick bites and determine if a preventative antibiotic is needed. More information is at: https://novascotia.ca/dhw/pharmacare/healthcare-services.asp

Read more: https://news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/05/28/tick-checks-should-be-part-routine

05/28/2026

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Have you heard about NS Walks at Uniacke Estate Museum Park?

Our NS Walks group meets every Tuesday 9am at Uniacke Estate Museum Park. Individuals join together and enjoy a free, gentle and friendly walk here on the trails of Uniacke Estate Museum Park.

New attendees are more than welcome!
Register at nswalks.ca
Need help? 902-932-4969

05/27/2026

Wildfire season is here - make sure you’re prepared. A few simple steps today can help protect your home, your family and your community this season.

How you can prepare:
✔️Review your household emergency plan
✔️Keep important documents accessible
✔️Check your home insurance coverage and make sure it’s up to date
✔️Refresh your grab-and-go kit
✔️Stay informed by monitoring weather conditions, fire restrictions and downloading the NS Alert app

How Emergency Management is preparing:
✔️Investing in preparedness and firefighter training across Nova Scotia:
🔥$2.1 million for two new mobile burn units for hands-on training
🔥$480,000 for four multi-system propane training props
🔥$152,000 for firefighter training, Incident Command courses, and updated standardized materials
🔥$4 million through the Emergency Services Provider Fund to support fire services, GSAR, and HazMat teams
✔️Working with municipal, provincial, and federal partners to strengthen readiness and improve emergency response capabilities
✔️Enhancing training and communications systems so emergency teams can respond quickly during wildfire events

Preparedness is a shared responsibility. Thank you for doing your part to help keep Nova Scotia safe this wildfire season.

Watch our emergency preparedness video to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yYXi1qOLcY

05/25/2026

We're exploring how Gaelic shows up in Nova Scotia today—through language, culture, arts, identity, and more.

To help us understand, we want to hear from you. Take the survey at gaelicnssurvey.ca

05/25/2026

Access Awareness Week Nova Scotia (AAWNS) 2026 runs from May 31 to June 6. This annual event celebrates the achievements of Nova Scotians with disabilities while raising awareness about access and inclusion.

This year’s theme is “Disability justice: Stronger together, first voice leading change for collective action."

Learn how to get involved: https://nsleo.com/access-awareness-week-nova-scotia/

05/22/2026

May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada, recognizing the social, cultural, and economic contributions of Asian Canadians across generations.

Discover Asian Canadian voices with this nonfiction book list from Cape Breton Regional Library.

May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada! 🪷🍁

The theme for Asian Heritage Month 2026 is: “Honouring Asian Canadians: Stories that Built Canada”. This theme recognizes the essential contributions Asian Canadians have made to Canada’s social, cultural, and economic life across generations, highlighting how these individuals and communities are an essential part of Canada's identity.

With a theme centered on lived experience, we have cultivated this list of firsthand accounts from Asian-Canadian authors on their journeys, struggles, legacies, knowledge, and so much more.

Explore the full list here: https://samepagecbrl.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/display/2192419239/3019194347

05/20/2026