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Cheryl Knockwood

Statement from the Chair: Treaties, Truth and Reconciliation Sep 29, 2021

September 30th marks the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day to commemorate those who lost their lives to Canada’s Indian Residential Schools, those who survived, their descendants, and all Indigenous families and communities whose lives continue to be impacted by the harmful e

Nominations!

Call for Nominations for 2021 Nova Scotia Human Rights Awards Sep 10, 2021

The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission is seeking nominations for the 2021 Nova Scotia Human Rights Awards. 

People and groups who are committed to advancing human rights in the province can be nominated until Nov. 10. 

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Nova Scotians Observe Emancipation Day Jul 31, 2021

Nova Scotians will observe Emancipation Day on August 1st, marking the anniversary of 1834 when the British Empire outlawed slavery.

While many people of African descent recognize the date each year, this is the first year Nova Scotia is officially recognizing Emancipation Day.

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Statement: Commission Condemns Discrimination Against Political Candidates Jul 27, 2021

The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission condemns recent acts of vandalism against a political candidate who is African Nova Scotian and calls upon all Nova Scotians to be respectful of candidates and of the democratic process during the provincial election campaign.

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New Director, Race Relations, Equity, and Inclusion Jul 21, 2021

The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission is pleased to welcome Ayo Aladejebi to its senior management team as Director, Race Relations, Equity, and Inclusion.

Commission chair Cheryl Knockwood

Statement from the Chair: Remembering Stonewall, Honoring Pride Jun 28, 2021

The June 28, 1969 riots at the Stonewall Inn in New York City are widely acknowledged as a pivotal event in the pursuit of equality in the 2SLGBTQ+ community.