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Canadian Jewish Heritage Month

Celebrating Jewish Heritage May 20, 2025

May is Canadian Jewish Heritage Month - a time to recognize and celebrate the rich contributions of Jewish Canadians to the cultural, economic, political, and social fabric of our country.

IDAHOBIT

Fostering Safety for All May 16, 2025

May 17 is the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), a global observance dedicated to combating discrimination and violence against 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals.

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Independent Human Rights Hearing Begins May 20 May 15, 2025

An independent human rights board of inquiry in the matter of Mikki Rhyno and Rebecca Sparks vs. Ackman Dartmouth Yorkshire Inc. and the Province of Nova Scotia (Department of Community Services) will begin Tuesday, May 20.

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