**Association of Health Sciences Archives and Museums of Nova Scotia** (AHSAMNS) is a registered Canadian charitable organization (Business No. 814517801RR0001) dedicated to preserving and promoting Nova Scotia's health care heritage. Established as a collaborative initiative across multiple health disciplines, the organization focuses on gathering historical artifacts, archival materials, and documentation related to medical, nursing, pharmaceutical, and dental practices in the province.

### Mission and Activities  
AHSAMNS aims to establish a health care museum to safeguard and display historical collections, offering educational resources for researchers, students, and the public. Its mandate includes expanding public knowledge of Nova Scotia’s health sciences history through exhibitions, research support, and community engagement. The organization encourages participation from all health science fields to broaden its historical preservation efforts.

### Governance and Structure  
As a registered charity designated under the "Other Purposes Beneficial to the Community" category by Canada Revenue Agency, AHSAMNS adheres to professional standards in archival and museological practices. While distinct from the **Association of Nova Scotia Museums** (ANSM), it aligns with broader provincial efforts to protect cultural heritage, though it maintains a specialized focus on health care history.

### Collaborations  
AHSAMNS operates independently but shares goals with Nova Scotia’s wider museum sector, including advocacy for preservation standards and community education. Its work complements provincial initiatives to document and disseminate stories of medical innovation and public health in the region.