Nova Scotia Youth Art - Human Rights Jan 03, 2018

For the 50th Anniversary of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission, youth aged 12-24 from across Nova Scotia submitted work on what human rights means to them.

Settlement reached in Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission Complaint by Liane Tessier Dec 18, 2017

The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission (NSHRC), Halifax Regional Municipality, and Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency (HRFE) have settled a complaint filed by Liane Tessier alleging historic systemic discrimination based on gender.

2017 Human Rights Awards - Recipients Dec 07, 2017

Each year, the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission recognizes Nova Scotians nominated by their peers for work in the field of human rights, social justice and advocacy. This year is particularly special, given it is the commission’s 50th anniversary – the organization was established in 1967.

1967-2017 - 50th Anniversary of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission Nov 25, 2017

The Nova Scotia Human Commission was established in 1967 due to the racism faced by African Nova Scotians. Over the last 50 years, the Commission has assisted Nova Scotians facing discrimination and promoted respect for human rights and inclusivity in our province.

Community Conversations with Dr. Scot Wortley on Street Checks Oct 31, 2017

On September 18, 2017, The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission announced that it had selected Dr. Scot Wortley as the independent expert to examine Halifax police street check data related to persons of African descent.

Gender Markers and ID Documents: Community Consultation Oct 26, 2017

The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission and South House are partnering to hold a community consultation session about gender markers on ID documents. Have you encountered obstacles or challenges in changing your gender marker on your Nova Scotia ID?

Call For Nominations: 2017 Nova Scotia Human Rights Awards Oct 11, 2017

On its 50th anniversary, the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission invites Nova Scotians to nominate individuals or groups for the 2017 Human Rights Awards.

Deadline for nominations: Friday, Nov. 10, at 4:30 p.m.

Serious Concerns Raised by UN Regarding Systemic Discrimination Faced by African Nova Scotian Sep 25, 2017

After visiting Nova Scotia and other parts of Canada last fall, a United Nations working group is raising serious concerns regarding ongoing systemic discrimination faced by people of African descent.

Independent Expert to Examine Police Street Check Data Sep 18, 2017

Dr. Scot Wortley has been selected by the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission as the independent expert to examine police street check data related to persons of African descent. (see full bio below).

10th Anniversary United Nations’ Rights of Indigenous People: Indigenous Rights in Nova Scotia Sep 13, 2017

The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission works to protect and promote the rights of Nova Scotia’s Indigenous people. The Nova Scotia Human Rights Act provides protections for people if there is discrimination against them based on ethnic, national or aboriginal origin.