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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.

Mi'kmaq History Month

Treaty Relationships, Mi’kmaq History Sep 30, 2026

October 1 marks Treaty Day in Nova Scotia and the beginning of Mi’kmaq History Month, an important opportunity to celebrate Mi’kmaw history, culture, knowledge and contributions, and to deepen our understanding of the treaty relationships that continue to shape life in Mi’kma’ki.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Truth and Reconciliation Sep 29, 2026

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.

International Day of Sign Languages

International Day of Sign Languages Sep 23, 2026

Each year on September 23, the International Day of Sign Languages recognizes the importance of sign languages to Deaf people around the world and their fundamental connection to human rights, identity and full participation in society.