Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission
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Recent events have brought renewed attention to something we should never allow ourselves to regard as settled: the right of women and girls to live and learn in their communities free from discrimination, harassment and sexualized violence. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
October 6, 2026 at 12:09 PM
Recent events have brought renewed attention to something we should never allow ourselves to regard as settled: the right of women and girls to live and learn in their communities free from discrimination, harassment and sexualized violence. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
Nominations are open for the 2026 Nova Scotia Human Rights Awards, recognizing individuals and organizations whose leadership and action are advancing dignity, equity and inclusion across our province.
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October 2, 2026 at 12:59 PM
Nominations are open for the 2026 Nova Scotia Human Rights Awards, recognizing individuals and organizations whose leadership and action are advancing dignity, equity and inclusion across our province.
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October 1 marks Treaty Day and the beginning of Mi’kmaq History Month, an opportunity to celebrate Mi’kmaw history, culture and contributions, while deepening our understanding of the treaty relationships we share. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
September 30, 2026 at 9:16 PM
October 1 marks Treaty Day and the beginning of Mi’kmaq History Month, an opportunity to celebrate Mi’kmaw history, culture and contributions, while deepening our understanding of the treaty relationships we share. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2026: What’s open, what's closed in Halifax www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2026: What’s open, what's closed in Halifax
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation takes place across Canada on Wednesday.
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September 30, 2026 at 10:15 AM
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2026: What’s open, what's closed in Halifax www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...
September 30 is both the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. Together, they call on us to remember, to learn and to consider what reconciliation requires of us today. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
September 30, 2026 at 11:56 AM
September 30 is both the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. Together, they call on us to remember, to learn and to consider what reconciliation requires of us today. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
Sign languages are more than a means of communication. They are complete, natural languages, deeply connected to identity, culture and the ability to participate fully in society. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
September 23, 2026 at 10:34 AM
Sign languages are more than a means of communication. They are complete, natural languages, deeply connected to identity, culture and the ability to participate fully in society. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission joins many across the province in mourning the loss of Gerry Post, a tireless advocate whose work helped fundamentally advance accessibility and the rights of people with disabilities in Nova Scotia. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
September 21, 2026 at 12:43 PM
The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission joins many across the province in mourning the loss of Gerry Post, a tireless advocate whose work helped fundamentally advance accessibility and the rights of people with disabilities in Nova Scotia. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
🎬 Human Rights on Screen returns to @aiff.bsky.social with Seahorse, a powerful Canadian film exploring housing insecurity, mental health, generational trauma and family.
📅 Sept. 20 | 5 p.m. | Park Lane Cinema, Halifax
Learn more & get tickets: humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
📅 Sept. 20 | 5 p.m. | Park Lane Cinema, Halifax
Learn more & get tickets: humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
September 17, 2026 at 10:05 AM
🎬 Human Rights on Screen returns to @aiff.bsky.social with Seahorse, a powerful Canadian film exploring housing insecurity, mental health, generational trauma and family.
📅 Sept. 20 | 5 p.m. | Park Lane Cinema, Halifax
Learn more & get tickets: humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
📅 Sept. 20 | 5 p.m. | Park Lane Cinema, Halifax
Learn more & get tickets: humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
🎬 Human Rights on Screen returns to @aiff.bsky.social with Seahorse, a powerful Canadian film exploring housing insecurity, mental health, generational trauma and family.
📅 Sept. 20 | 5 p.m. | Park Lane Cinema, Halifax
Learn more & get tickets: humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
📅 Sept. 20 | 5 p.m. | Park Lane Cinema, Halifax
Learn more & get tickets: humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
September 3, 2026 at 6:58 PM
🎬 Human Rights on Screen returns to @aiff.bsky.social with Seahorse, a powerful Canadian film exploring housing insecurity, mental health, generational trauma and family.
📅 Sept. 20 | 5 p.m. | Park Lane Cinema, Halifax
Learn more & get tickets: humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
📅 Sept. 20 | 5 p.m. | Park Lane Cinema, Halifax
Learn more & get tickets: humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
Who makes the final decision in a human rights complaint?
Not Commission staff. Not Commissioners.
When a complaint goes to a Board of Inquiry, an independent adjudicator hears the case and determines whether discrimination occurred.
Learn more at humanrights.novascotia.ca/resolving-di...
Not Commission staff. Not Commissioners.
When a complaint goes to a Board of Inquiry, an independent adjudicator hears the case and determines whether discrimination occurred.
Learn more at humanrights.novascotia.ca/resolving-di...
August 20, 2026 at 2:05 PM
Who makes the final decision in a human rights complaint?
Not Commission staff. Not Commissioners.
When a complaint goes to a Board of Inquiry, an independent adjudicator hears the case and determines whether discrimination occurred.
Learn more at humanrights.novascotia.ca/resolving-di...
Not Commission staff. Not Commissioners.
When a complaint goes to a Board of Inquiry, an independent adjudicator hears the case and determines whether discrimination occurred.
Learn more at humanrights.novascotia.ca/resolving-di...
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Déclaration du ministre à l’occasion de la fête nationale de l’Acadie news.novascotia.ca/fr/2026/08/1...
Déclaration du ministre à l’occasion de la fête nationale de l’Acadie
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August 14, 2026 at 1:42 PM
Déclaration du ministre à l’occasion de la fête nationale de l’Acadie news.novascotia.ca/fr/2026/08/1...
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Minister’s Statement on National Acadian Day news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/08/1...
Minister’s Statement on National Acadian Day
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August 14, 2026 at 1:42 PM
Minister’s Statement on National Acadian Day news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/08/1...
At the heart of Acadian Heritage Month is August 15, National Acadian Day, when Acadians have gathered to celebrate their identity and heritage since 1881.
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August 15, 2026 at 12:26 PM
At the heart of Acadian Heritage Month is August 15, National Acadian Day, when Acadians have gathered to celebrate their identity and heritage since 1881.
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The third report on the government’s progress implementing the Nova Scotia Human Rights Remedy was released today, August 6. The report by independent monitor Michael Prince is available here humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
August 6, 2026 at 12:03 PM
The third report on the government’s progress implementing the Nova Scotia Human Rights Remedy was released today, August 6. The report by independent monitor Michael Prince is available here humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
Each year on August 1, we mark Emancipation Day, recognizing the anniversary of the Slavery Abolition Act coming into effect across the British Empire in 1834. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
August 1, 2026 at 11:53 AM
Each year on August 1, we mark Emancipation Day, recognizing the anniversary of the Slavery Abolition Act coming into effect across the British Empire in 1834. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
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La Nouvelle-Écosse célèbre le Mois du patrimoine acadien news.novascotia.ca/fr/2026/07/3...
Nova Scotia Marks Acadian Heritage Month news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/07/3...
Nova Scotia Marks Acadian Heritage Month news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/07/3...
July 30, 2026 at 1:55 PM
La Nouvelle-Écosse célèbre le Mois du patrimoine acadien news.novascotia.ca/fr/2026/07/3...
Nova Scotia Marks Acadian Heritage Month news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/07/3...
Nova Scotia Marks Acadian Heritage Month news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/07/3...
The adjudicator in an independent human rights board of inquiry has dismissed the complaint of Sherri Borden Colley vs. The Source, citing no evidence of discrimination. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
July 23, 2026 at 1:39 PM
The adjudicator in an independent human rights board of inquiry has dismissed the complaint of Sherri Borden Colley vs. The Source, citing no evidence of discrimination. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
The Nova Scotia Mental Wellness Survey - Child, Youth and Family Edition is now live!
Visit wellnssurvey.ca to participate.
Visit wellnssurvey.ca to participate.
July 22, 2026 at 1:44 PM
The Nova Scotia Mental Wellness Survey - Child, Youth and Family Edition is now live!
Visit wellnssurvey.ca to participate.
Visit wellnssurvey.ca to participate.
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Police investigating ‘jarring’ racist and anti-immigrant tirade at Bayers Lake Costco
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Police investigating ‘jarring’ racist and anti-immigrant tirade at Bayers Lake Costco
Halifax Regional Police confirmed they’re investigating a hateful, racist incident which was captured on video at the Bayer's Lake Costco.
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July 8, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Police investigating ‘jarring’ racist and anti-immigrant tirade at Bayers Lake Costco
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“Acts of hatred directed at people because of who they are, how they worship, or how they look have no place in Nova Scotia.” humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
July 8, 2026 at 11:39 AM
“Acts of hatred directed at people because of who they are, how they worship, or how they look have no place in Nova Scotia.” humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
On June 27, Canadians mark Canadian Multiculturalism Day, an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the remarkable diversity of cultures, languages, traditions, identities, and lived experiences that together help shape our communities and our country. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
June 27, 2026 at 10:12 AM
On June 27, Canadians mark Canadian Multiculturalism Day, an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the remarkable diversity of cultures, languages, traditions, identities, and lived experiences that together help shape our communities and our country. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission congratulated today’s appointments to the Order of Canada humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
June 26, 2026 at 4:32 PM
The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission congratulated today’s appointments to the Order of Canada humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
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Progress Pride Flag Raised in Halifax news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/06/2...
Progress Pride Flag Raised in Halifax
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June 26, 2026 at 3:11 PM
Progress Pride Flag Raised in Halifax news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/06/2...
On June 21 we join communities across Canada in celebrating the rich heritage, knowledge, leadership, and resilience of Indigenous Peoples, while also recognizing the importance of continuing the work of truth, reconciliation, and justice. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...
June 21, 2026 at 8:48 AM
On June 21 we join communities across Canada in celebrating the rich heritage, knowledge, leadership, and resilience of Indigenous Peoples, while also recognizing the importance of continuing the work of truth, reconciliation, and justice. humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...