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Disability Rights Board of Inquiry Resumes Jul 07, 2022

An independent human rights board of inquiry in the matter of Disability Rights Coalition of Nova Scotia, Beth MacLean, Sheila Livingstone and Joseph Delaney vs. the Province of Nova Scotia will continue Tuesday, July 12.

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Disability Rights Board of Inquiry Resumes Jun 20, 2022

An independent human rights board of inquiry in the matter of Disability Rights Coalition of Nova Scotia, Beth MacLean, Sheila Livingstone and Joseph Delaney vs. the Province of Nova Scotia will continue Monday June 27.

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National Indigenous History Month Jun 08, 2022

June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, and an invitation for us to educate ourselves on the lives, teachings and culture of the first people of Mi’kma’ki, and Indigenous communities across the country.

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June is Pride Month Jun 02, 2022

June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate Nova Scotians from the two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer communities and reflect on the important work of activists and advocates who champion and fight for equity, dignity and respect for all.

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Mi’kmaq/Indigenous Liaison and Education Officer. Jun 01, 2022

The Commission is pleased to announce that Angela Doyle-Faulkner has joined our Race Relations, Equity and Inclusion team as the Mi’kmaq/Indigenous Liaison and Education Officer.

Angela is a proud Mi’kmaw woman dedicated to supporting her L’nuk communities of Mi’kma’ki.

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Celebrating 35 Years of Access Awareness May 27, 2022

Each spring, Nova Scotians celebrate Access Awareness Week to bring attention to the important work being done to remove barriers to inclusion for people with disabilities.