Charlene D'Entremont

(W) 902-742-3074 | (C) 902-778-4469
charlene@yarmouthdoctors.ca

Strengthening community ties by supporting those who care for us.

As a first-generation immigrant to Canada, I experienced firsthand the challenges of adapting to a new country and culture. Over time, the kindness and support I found here helped me build a life with my family and truly feel at home. After nearly ten years in Nova Scotia, I’ve found my community, made connections, and experience inclusion, something I hope to help others find as well.

Over the years, I've had the opportunity to assist newcomers in understanding Canadian systems and local life, helping with paperwork, translating documents, and introducing them to community members and local shops. These experiences deepened my appreciation for how small acts of support can make a lasting difference when someone is building a new life in an unfamiliar place.

What drew me to the Community Navigator role is the opportunity to support our medical professionals through genuine, personal connection. While everyone’s needs are unique, one thing remains universal; the desire to feel a sense of belonging. My goal is to be a bridge between physicians, medical learners, and the community, helping to foster relationships that grow stronger over time.

I believe that care goes both ways, from physicians, and for physicians. Looking ahead, I am excited to continue strengthening these community connections and creating a welcoming environment where every medical professional, and their families may feel supported, valued, and truly at home in Southwestern Nova Scotia.

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