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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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2016 Human Rights Awards, Call for Nominations Oct 14, 2016

Nova Scotians are encouraged to nominate individuals or groups for the 2016 Human Rights Awards.

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Canada Post Service Interruption Aug 25, 2016

ATTENTION: In the event of a Canada Post mail strike and suspension of service, we request that all correspondence be directed to the Commission via emailing

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Updated "Know Your Rights" brochure & infographic poster Aug 11, 2016

A recently revised "Know Your Rights" brochure and infographic poster are availble for download below.  This material gives readers a brief overview of the NS Human Rights Act and the function and programs of the Human Rights Commission.

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Mark Thomas v. Halifax Regional Water Commission Complaint Dismissed Aug 08, 2016

An independent human rights board of inquiry into the matter of Mark Thomas v. Halifax Regional Water Commission (HRWC) has concluded with the dismissal of a complaint of discrimination.

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Upcoming Human Rights 101 Workshops Jun 24, 2016

The Commission offers human rights education to organizations, business owners, community groups and individual staff members around the province.