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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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Violence in Ontario During Ramadan Has Impact in Nova Scotia Mar 26, 2025

A recent act of violence against a hijab wearing Islamic woman at a library in Ontario has impacted the local Muslim community. The Commission has learned that community members are shocked and becoming desensitized to examples of Islamophobic hate in the media.

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Independent Human Rights Hearing Resumes March 29 Mar 25, 2025

An independent human rights board of inquiry in the matter of Sherri Borden Colley vs. The Source will resume on Saturday, March 29, in Halifax.

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Committing to the Elimination of Racial Discrimination Mar 20, 2025

The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, observed annually on March 21, is a crucial reminder of the global fight against racism and the ongoing need to uphold human rights for all.

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Independent Human Rights Hearing Resumes March 20 Mar 12, 2025

An independent human rights board of inquiry in the matter of Sherri Borden Colley vs. The Source will resume on Thursday, March 20, in Halifax.

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For All Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment Mar 06, 2025

Women’s rights are human rights. In Nova Scotia and across Canada, we must continue working to ensure that every woman and girl has the freedom, opportunities, and support they need to thrive.

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Moving Forward Feb 27, 2025

On February 27, government announced plans to modernize the way the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission protects the rights of Nova Scotians and administers the province’s human rights complaints process. This comes in response to calls for improvement.