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A people-first leader: Valerie Nugent receives Making Waves award as she retires after 41 years

For more than four decades, Valerie Nugent has been providing care and leading teams in Cape Breton. A registered nurse by training, she joined Nova Scotia Health in 1984, and over the next 41 years, built a broad and diverse career as a front-line nurse and leader. Since 2010, Valerie has been director of the Cancer Care program in Eastern Zone.

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Published: 1/19/2026
Updated: 1/20/2026
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For more than four decades, Valerie Nugent has been providing care and leading teams in Cape Breton. A registered nurse by training, she joined Nova Scotia Health in 1984, and over the next 41 years, built a broad and diverse career as a front-line n...

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Mike Chen2 hours ago

Finally some real action on climate change. This legislation is long overdue and I hope it passes quickly despite the opposition from oil-dependent provinces.

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Jennifer Walsh3 hours ago

As someone who works in Alberta's energy sector, I'm concerned about the economic impact. The transition fund sounds good in theory but will it actually help workers like me?