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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.
Nov 7
ANSJIs statement on the passing of Justice Murray Sinclair
We acknowledge the recent passing of Justice Murray Sinclair, the province of Manitoba’s first Indigenous judge.
Oct 31
JOB POSTING: Managing Lawyer, Criminal Division
The African Nova Scotian Justice Institute (ANSJI) is accepting applications for a Managing Lawyer, Criminal Division.
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] Understanding African Nova Scotians as a Distinct People
One of two panel discussions that took place was on the topic of Understanding African Nova Scotians as a Distinct People.
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.
Oct 11
Invitation: Support Black Public Service Workers
Via the Black Class Action Secretariat (BCAS) : We are all too familiar with the long history of anti-Black racism in Canada,...
Oct 10
Letter of support for Upper Hammonds Plains
“It is unacceptable and is blatantly discriminatory that this community does not have access to an adequate number of functional fire hyd...
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,
Sep 27
[VIDEO] Robert Wright on the NS Public Prosecution Service
Robert Wright discusses the Nova Scotia Public Prosecution Service.
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