Human Rights in Nova Scotia

The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission is committed to actively engaging and working with all Nova Scotians and our diverse communities to address issues of discrimination by effectively advancing equity and dignity, fostering positive and respectful relationships, and protecting human rights.

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National Indigenous History Month 2025

Celebrating Indigenous History Jun 05, 2025

June is National Indigenous History Month - a time to honour and celebrate the history, cultures, resilience, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across Canada.

Pride Month 2025

Pride: A Call to Action May 31, 2025

June is Pride Month - a powerful opportunity to honour the resilience, diversity, and contributions of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

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Independent Human Rights Hearing Resumes May 30 May 27, 2025

An independent human rights board of inquiry in the matter of Pascaline Ngweniform vs. Wal-Mart Canada Corp. will resume on Friday, May 30.

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