To help lawyers recognize and honour the diverse beliefs and observances of their clients, while raising awareness for equity-deserving communities, the NSBS provides a monthly list of days of cultural, religious, and historical significance to support the diverse community of Nova Scotia.
Here is a list of some upcoming days of significance for the month of October, along with links to learn more about each day:
- Indigenous Disability Awareness Month (Canada)
- Hindu Heritage Month (Canada)
- National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (Canada)
- November 2: Treaties Recognition Week
- November 8: Diwali
- November 11: Remembrance Day
- November 16: Restorative Justice Week
- November 20: Transgender Day of Remembrance
- November 23: National Addictions Awareness Week
- November 25: 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
- November 25: International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
For further days of significance, consider reviewing the CCDI Diversity Calendar 2026.
Community Events
| Date & Time | Event | Location | Link |
| November 5, 6pm – 8pm | Navigating the Legal system & community supports after violence, victimization & loss | Weldon Law Building, Room W305 | Free event, register at: development@efrymns.ca |
| November 14, 8am – 4pm | NS Black Men’s Health Conference | NSCC Ivany Campus, Dartmouth | Register Here |
| November 17-19, 8am – 5pm | National Claims Research Workshop | Halifax Ballroom | Register Here |
| November 20, time to be announced | Gathering on Incorporating Indigenous Law in Specific Claims Research | Halifax (Contact NCRW organizers for details) | Contact Info |
| November 25 – December 10, various times | 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence | Province-wide | 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence | Welcome to Dalhousie University |