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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Human Rights Modernization Engagement Summary Oct 09, 2026

I am pleased to share a summary of feedback gathered through the recent engagement undertaken as part of modernizing Nova Scotia’s human rights system.

October 10 is World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day Oct 09, 2026

On October 10 each year World Mental Health Day asks us to consider not only how we support mental health, but how we see and treat one another.

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The Work is Not Finished Oct 06, 2026

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, learn, work and participate in their communities free from discrimination, harassment and sexualized violence.

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