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Celebrations in “Order” for Nova Scotian honourees

Celebrations in “Order” for Nova Scotian honourees

Faculty member Barb Hamilton-Hinch, Dallaire Institute ED Shelly Whitman, and several Dal alumni are among this year’s appointees to the Order of Nova Scotia, honouring significant contributions to the province.  Read more.

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Kate Rogers
Monday, August 17, 2026
The Canadian Center for Vaccinology researcher is recognized for advancing vaccine research that is shaping care for mothers, infants, and families worldwide.
Matt Reeder
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
A new partnership between universities and businesses aims to help students gain valuable workplace experience while supporting the region’s future talent needs.
Michelle Soucy Rankin
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
From anatomy education to flexible learning and graduate mentorship, this year’s recipients are shaping how students learn, connect, and succeed.

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Stephen Abbott
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean met with students from a local Halifax junior high to tour The Secret Codes: African Nova Scotian Quilts, an exhibition curated by David Woods featuring quilts and paintings made primarily by African Nova Scotian women.
Frank Harvey, President and Vice-Chancellor (Acting)
Monday, May 29, 2023
This has been a harrowing 24 hours for many in our community due to significant wildfires in Nova Scotia. On behalf of our entire Dal community, we offer my heartfelt sympathies and our university’s full support to all who have been impacted.
Allison Barss
Monday, May 29, 2023
This year’s winners—a dentist, a lawyer, a musician, a judge and a nurse practitioner—each share a dedication to their communities, a commitment to justice and a passion for change.
Andrew Riley (with files from Ryan McNutt)
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
The evolutionary biologist, one of Dalhousie's academic luminaries, was among a group of just five Canadians elected this year to the Royal Society — one of the world’s most esteemed organizations devoted to the development and use of science for the benefit of humanity.
Genevieve MacIntyre
Thursday, May 18, 2023
A portrait of Mi’kmaw author and activist Daniel Paul painted by renowned Mi’kmaw artist Alan Syliboy is set to be displayed at pilipiliÂţ»­ in recognition of his contributions as a Mi’kmaw historian.