235 releases issued in the specified time period for Human Rights Commission
Nova Scotia Human Rights Inquiry Resumes
Human Rights Commission
October 29, 2009 10:38 AM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Nova Scotia Human Rights Inquiry Resumes
An independent board of inquiry will resume on Monday, Nov. 2, regarding a complaint of discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and sexual harassment.
Nominations Sought for Human Rights Award
Human Rights Commission
October 13, 2009 11:16 AM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Nominations Sought for Human Rights Award
Partners for Human Rights and the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission are looking for nominations for the 2009 Human Rights Award.
Commission Launches New Website
Human Rights Commission
October 9, 2009 9:36 AM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Commission Launches New Website
Easier use, increased accessibility and more information for Nova Scotians are among the highlights of the new Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission website.
Conclusion d'une enquête sur les droits de la personne en Nouvelle-Écosse
Human Rights Commission
September 30, 2009 2:50 PM
COMMISSION DES DROITS DE LA PERSONNE--Conclusion d'une enquête sur les droits de la personne en Nouvelle-Écosse
Une commission d'enquête indépendante reprendra son travail le vendredi 2 octobre au sujet d'une plainte de discrimination fondée sur l'âge.
Nova Scotia Human Rights Inquiry to Conclude
Human Rights Commission
September 30, 2009 2:49 PM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Nova Scotia Human Rights Inquiry to Conclude
An independent board of inquiry will resume on Friday, Oct. 2, regarding a complaint of discrimination on the basis of age.
Human Rights in Nova Scotia Shaped by Marshall’s Fight for Justice
Human Rights Commission
August 7, 2009 5:18 PM
N.S. HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Human Rights in Nova Scotia Shaped by Marshall’s Fight for Justice
Donald Marshall Jr.’s fight to clear his name and find justice for a wrongful murder conviction significantly shaped human rights in Nova Scotia.
Nova Scotia Human Rights Inquiry Location Change
Human Rights Commission
July 24, 2009 2:50 PM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Nova Scotia Human Rights Inquiry Location Change
The location of an independent board of inquiry considering a complaint of discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and sexual harassment has changed.
Nova Scotia Human Rights Inquiry Begins
Human Rights Commission
July 17, 2009 2:08 PM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Nova Scotia Human Rights Inquiry Begins
An independent board of inquiry will consider a complaint of discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and sexual harassment.
Mandatory Retirement Ends as a Valid Reason for Age Discrimination
Human Rights Commission
June 30, 2009 2:31 PM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Mandatory Retirement Ends as a Valid Reason for Age Discrimination
On July 1, mandatory retirement will no longer be exempt from the Nova Scotia Human Rights Act.
Nova Scotia Human Rights Inquiry
Human Rights Commission
June 25, 2009 2:40 PM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Nova Scotia Human Rights Inquiry
An independent board of inquiry has begun considering a complaint of discrimination on the basis of disability.
Nova Scotia Human Rights Inquiry
Human Rights Commission
June 23, 2009 3:20 PM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Nova Scotia Human Rights Inquiry
An independent board of inquiry has begun considering a complaint of discrimination on the basis of sex/gender and disability.
Board of Inquiry Able to Hear Pay Equity Complaints
Human Rights Commission
May 15, 2009 12:38 PM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Board of Inquiry Able to Hear Pay Equity Complaints
An independent board of inquiry ruled that a complaint of discrimination regarding pay equity can be heard under the Nova Scotia Human Rights Act.
Commission Seeks Diverse Applicants for Board of Inquiry Roster
Human Rights Commission
May 13, 2009 11:29 AM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Commission Seeks Diverse Applicants for Board of Inquiry Roster
The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission wants to increase the diversity of its board of inquiry panel member roster.
Commission Makes Grant to Canadian Mental Health Association
Human Rights Commission
May 8, 2009 2:13 PM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Commission Makes Grant to Canadian Mental Health Association
Nova Scotians with mental illness will soon have more support and advocates.
Commission Launches Employment Equity Partnership
Human Rights Commission
May 1, 2009 9:26 AM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Commission Launches Employment Equity Partnership
The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission is partnering with a number of agencies and organizations to promote equity, inclusion and diversity in the workforce.
Human Rights Inquiry to Commence
Human Rights Commission
March 26, 2009 1:35 PM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Human Rights Inquiry to Commence
An independent board of inquiry will hear a complaint of discrimination on the basis of physical disability.
Human Rights Commission closed the office in New Glasgow
Human Rights Commission
March 26, 2009 10:31 AM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Human Rights Commission closed the office in New Glasgow
The New Glasgow office of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission will close effective Monday, March 30.
Board Dismisses Sydney Man's Age-related Human Rights Complaint
Human Rights Commission
March 19, 2009 12:14 PM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Board Dismisses Sydney Man's Age-related Human Rights Complaint
A complaint of age-discrimination filed by a Sydney man has been dismissed by an independent human rights board of inquiry.
Call For Proposals for Mental Health Advocacy Training Project Funding
Human Rights Commission
March 3, 2009 3:33 PM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--Call For Proposals for Mental Health Advocacy Training Project Funding
Not-for-profit organizations and groups that work on behalf of people with mental disabilities are eligible to apply for funding under the Mental Health Advocacy Training Project.
International Human Rights Day
Human Rights Commission
December 8, 2008 10:23 AM
HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION--International Human Rights Day
People will have a chance to reflect on human rights, progress made in the province, and the work that still needs to be done, at this year's International Human Rights Day Event, Wednesday, Dec. 10.