Who Is Family? A Conversation About Family Diversity and Wellbeing

Schedule

Tue Jun 02 2026 at 12:00 pm to 01:30 pm

UTC-03:00

Location

Mount Saint Vincent University | Halifax, NS

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Join us for a public conversation on family diversity and why our systems must reflect the diverse realities of family life.
About this Event

Description: The Department of Aging and Family Science at Mount Saint Vincent University and the Vanier Institute of the Family invite you to join us for a public panel exploring family diversity and wellbeing in Canada today. The panel will be moderated by former Minister for Women and Gender Equity, Maryam Monsef and will bring together diverse perspectives on family life. This panel also marks the official launch of Mount Saint Vincent University's new Major and Honours programs in Aging and Family Science.

This is a hybrid event, so you are welcome to attend in-person or join online. Registration is free but required. Please select either the “In-Person Registration” or “Online Registration” ticket option.

A light lunch will be provided to in-person attendees.

Date & Time: June 2nd, 12:00-1:30 PM

Location: The panel will be held in the Multi Purpose Room which is located on the 3rd floor of the Rosaria Student Centre.

Hybrid Format: This is a hybrid event, so you are welcome to attend in-person or join online.

For questions or media inquiries, please contact: [email protected]

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Mount Saint Vincent University, 166 Bedford Highway, Halifax, Canada

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