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Nov 7

[VIDEO] - Shawna Paris-Hoyte responds to the Ruck Report

An independent report has been released, iidentifying where systemic discrimination may exist within the society’s operations.

Oct 29

ANSJI's Response to the Ruck Report, “Regaining Trust”

...several of the recommendations ... could risk leaving critical actions undefined, potentially slowing the momentum for meaningful reform.

Oct 28

[VIDEO] Fair Treatment of African Nova Scotians Policy (FTANS)

Panel discussion on the Fair Treatment of African Nova Scotians and People of African Descent in Criminal Prosecutions (FTANS) policy.

Oct 25

Racial Equity Survey Report (PDF-link) -- Nova Scotia Barristers' Society (NSBS)

This is not a report to determine whether systemic discrimination exists in Nova Scotia’s legal community. That is our starting point.

Oct 25

Regaining Trust: The Ruck Report (Oct. 29, 2024, 10am) - NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING

Mr. Ruck's final report will be delivered to NSBS on October 29, 2024, at a specially scheduled meeting of Council.

Sep 27

[STUDENT APPLICATION] Inspiring Future Indigenous Black & Mi'kmaq Lawyers Internship Pathway

The Inspiring Future Indigenous Black & Mi’kmaq Lawyers Internship Pathways (IB&MIP) vision is to provide African Nova Scotian (ANS), Black,