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Discover all of the current and past human rights news, announcements and events, and see how you can get involved in supporting human rights in the province of Nova Scotia. 

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Human Rights on Screen: Seahorse Sep 03, 2026

The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission is once again partnering with the Atlantic International Film Festival (AIFF) to present a special Human Rights on Screen screening of Seahorse, the debut feature from Canadian writer, director and actor Aisha Evelyna.

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Celebrating Acadian Culture and Heritage Aug 14, 2026

August is Acadian Heritage Month in Nova Scotia, a time to celebrate the history, culture, language and contributions of Acadian communities across our province.

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Third Monitor Report on Implementation of Disability Remedy Aug 06, 2026

The third report on the government’s progress implementing the Nova Scotia Human Rights Remedy was released August 6.

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Emancipation Day Jul 30, 2026

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.

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Independent Adjudicator Finds No Evidence of Discrimination Jul 23, 2026

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.

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There Is No Place for Hate in Nova Scotia Jul 08, 2026

The reports of an apparent hate-motivated incident at a Halifax business this week are deeply troubling.