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ABOUT US
18,000
Students Annually
In 2025, we saw over 18,000 students across all sectors of our training.
10,000
Community Impact
In 2025, we impacted over 10,000 community members with our give-back programs.
200
Members
We have a robust OHS Membership of over 200 organizations
69
Years of Service
Safety Services Nova Scotia has been in operation as a non-profit charity since 1958.
Safety Services Nova Scotia is the province’s leading non-profit provider of road, occupational, and community safety services. Since 1958, our passionate instructors have delivered education and training programs that improve the lives of Nova Scotians. As a social enterprise, we invest in community initiatives to elevate health and safety awareness throughout the province.
OUR VISION
To make safety a way of life for every Nova Scotian.
OUR MISSION
A trusted non-profit leader dedicated to enhancing safety through high-quality education, exceptional service, strong partnerships, and community engagement.
OUR VALUES
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Client Focused
We are committed to meeting the needs and expectations of our clients.
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Invested in Community
As a charitable organization we invest in community programs supporting a safer & healthier Nova Scotia.
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Solution Based
We take the initiative to understand and design services that meet our clients’ needs.
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Innovative
We are proactive in uncovering new ways to advance our services.
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Quality Services
We recruit and retain passionate and highly skilled professionals to provide quality services.
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Collaborative
We work as a team with our partners to provide the best services possible.
Our Team
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Our Board of Directors
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Chair
Brad Doell
Brad recently retired from his position as Retail Network / Supply Chain executive with the Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation. He is a hands-on leader with many years of coaching, mentoring, and developing individuals and teams.
Vice Chair
Carol Logan
Carol is the Director of Human Resources at the Prince George Hotel / Cambridge Suites Hotel, where she is responsible for the development of HR standards and practices creating the culture of highly engaged and motivated teams.
Board Member
David Carmichael
David is a Safety Specialist for Michelin Tires Inc. He is responsible for supporting Michelin's sites in Canada, the United States, Mexico and Brazil to drive progress in the Safety, Ergonomics, Fire, Security, Occupational Health and Business Continuity domains.
Board Member
Richard Carter
Richard is a seasoned manager with over 30 years’ experience in management with his CPHR certification. Currently employed with Northern Pulp as Human Resources Manager.
Board Member
Matthew Duffy
Matthew Duffy is the Health & Safety Manager for Mersey Seafoods Ltd., and Mersey Marine Ltd. Responsible for managing all aspects of workplace safety for Mersey's fleet of offshore fishing vessels, land-based operations, and Mersey Marine's shipyard operations.
Board Member
Deanna Harnish
Deanna Harnish is the Client Relations Officer for WCB Nova Scotia. In this role, Deanna objectively investigates and seeks to resolve customer issues and complaints, and reports regularly to the WCB’s Board of Directors.
Board Member
Stephen Beaton
Stephen Beaton, CRSP, is the Executive Director, Environmental Health and Safety at Dalhousie University, with nearly 20 years of experience in environmental health and safety, coupled with a background in chemistry.
Board Member
Jason Slaunwhite
Jason is the Director of Employee Wellbeing at The Halifax Regional Municipality. As part of the senior leadership team within the department of Human Resources, he is responsible for leading organization wide strategies designed to support and enhance employee engagement
Board Member
Andrew Pattison
A Nova Scotian through and through born and raised in Halifax. Andrew spent 27 years with the Halifax Police Department and Halifax Regional Police holding several positions and retired as Homicide Detective. Andrew is currently a member of the Legal Services Team with the Workers Compensation Board of Nova Scotia.
Board Member
Dena Murphy
She is Director of Operations, Health, Safety and Environment with the Canada–Nova Scotia Offshore Energy Regulator and a member of its Executive Team and the Board‑designated Acting Chief Executive Officer
Board Member
Caroline Duchesne
Caroline has been a member of the Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation team for the last 20 years and is currently the Vice-President Finance & Risk. Her teams lead all financial aspects of the organization as well as Security and Emergency Management.
Board Member
Tim Carroll
Tim is the Correctional Services Inspector with the Nova Scotia Justice Department. Over his 34 year career he has led many Organizational Risk Assessment initiatives, developed Emergency Action Plans for various organizations and Chaired Occupational Health and Safety Committees.