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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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Independent Human Rights Hearing Resumes May 30 May 27, 2025

An independent human rights board of inquiry in the matter of Pascaline Ngweniform vs. Wal-Mart Canada Corp. will resume on Friday, May 30.

Access Awareness Week Nova Scotia

Celebrating Access Awareness Week May 26, 2025

Throughout the last week of May each year Nova Scotians celebrate Access Awareness Week (AAW).  This year’s provincial theme "Our Voices, Our Votes: Disability Rights in Action" reminds us that change is driven by necessity, passion, and perseverance.

Canadian Jewish Heritage Month

Celebrating Jewish Heritage May 20, 2025

May is Canadian Jewish Heritage Month - a time to recognize and celebrate the rich contributions of Jewish Canadians to the cultural, economic, political, and social fabric of our country.

IDAHOBIT

Fostering Safety for All May 16, 2025

May 17 is the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), a global observance dedicated to combating discrimination and violence against 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals.

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Independent Human Rights Hearing Begins May 20 May 15, 2025

An independent human rights board of inquiry in the matter of Mikki Rhyno and Rebecca Sparks vs. Ackman Dartmouth Yorkshire Inc. and the Province of Nova Scotia (Department of Community Services) will begin Tuesday, May 20.

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Parties Reach Settlement in Human Rights Complaint May 13, 2025

Melinda Daye and Dollarama Inc. have reached a settlement in Ms. Daye’s human rights complaint against the company.

The settlement means the independent human rights board of inquiry in the matter, scheduled for Thursday, May 15, will not proceed.