Nakile Proud! Three Nominations and a Finalist at the 2026 LTC Awards of Excellence
Celebrating the people who make a difference in long-term care!
Nakile Home for Special Care is proud to be represented at the 2026 Nursing Homes of Nova Scotia Association (NHNSA) Long Term Care Awards of Excellence, with three nominations recognizing the dedication, leadership, creativity and teamwork of our people.
This year's nominations shine a spotlight on four members of the Nakile team, each making a meaningful contribution to the lives of our residents and the long-term care community.
Three Nominations. Four Reasons to Celebrate!
Sally Muise – Better Together Award
Sally Muise, Nakile's Resident Care Navigator, has been nominated for the Better Together Award. Sally plays an important role in supporting residents and families while helping coordinate care and services. Her commitment to collaboration, communication and building strong relationships reflects the importance of working together to provide exceptional resident-centred care.
Lois Harris and Bailey Carston – Trailblazer Award
Nakile's Therapeutic Recreation Team of Lois Harris and Bailey Carston has earned a nomination for the Trailblazer Award. Through their creative and innovative approach to recreation programming, Lois and Bailey continually find meaningful ways to bring the community into Nakile and keep our residents connected to the people, places and experiences that make life special.
Their efforts go beyond traditional recreation activities, creating opportunities for residents to remain active participants in their community, build relationships and experience a continued sense of belonging. Their passion and imagination help make Nakile a vibrant, engaging and welcoming place to call home.
Larry “Sonny” Muise – Leading the Way Award
Nakile Administrator Larry “Sonny” Muise has also been nominated for the Leading the Way Award. This nomination recognizes leadership within the long-term care sector and is a meaningful opportunity to celebrate the commitment to supporting residents, employees and the continued growth and improvement of Nakile.
And the exciting news doesn't stop there! Sally has also been named a FINALIST for the Better Together Award! This is an outstanding achievement and a wonderful recognition of the dedication and contributions she brings to Nakile every day. Congratulations, Sally!
Celebrating Excellence Across Nova Scotia
The NHNSA Awards of Excellence recognize the outstanding individuals, teams and organizations whose contributions continue to strengthen long-term care throughout Nova Scotia.
We are incredibly proud to see Nakile represented among this year's nominees and especially excited to celebrate Sally's achievement as a finalist!
To Sally, Lois, Bailey and Sonny, congratulations on this well-deserved recognition. Your dedication, compassion, creativity and commitment make a difference every day. You represent the very best of what makes Nakile special.
Friendship, Community and Caring – that's what makes us Nakile Proud!
The 2026 NHNSA Long Term Care Awards of Excellence Gala takes place Thursday, November 19, 2026, at the Halifax Tower Hotel.
