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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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August 1 is Emancipation Day Jul 31, 2024

Emancipation Day commemorates the abolition of slavery across the British Empire, which took effect on August 1, 1834, following the passage of the Slavery Abolition Act in 1833.

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Board Chair Finds No Evidence of Discrimination Jul 25, 2024

The chair of an independent human rights board of inquiry has dismissed the complaint of Ross Gray vs. Halifax Bridge Commission and/or Halifax Harbour Bridges and/or Commissionaires Nova Scotia, citing no evidence of discrimination.

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Protection from Hatred Jul 05, 2024

Late last month a news story reported an incident of online hate that targeted a social media post about a Pride-focussed craft project of a pre-primary class on Nova Scotia’s south shore.  The activity highlighted inclusion ahead of Lunenburg County Pride which begins this weekend.

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National Indigenous Peoples Day Jun 20, 2024

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day (NIPD), an important occasion to honor and learn about the history, culture, and contributions of L’nu people, and the Indigenous, Inuit and Metis peoples who have made the lands we know as Canada their home since time immemorial.

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Public Asked to Defend Against Hate and Discrimination Jun 10, 2024

A recent IPSOS poll warns Canada is among few countries globally where public support for queer and trans rights is declining.

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Celebrating Pride Jun 05, 2024

Pride Month takes place throughout June annually to honour and celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ community's history, culture, and contributions to all facets of society.