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July 2026
IN THIS ISSUE: NSBS Council Appointments, 2026 PRISME Conference and Pride Reception, Anti-Money Laundering Course Deadline Extended, News from the Courts, NSBS Committee Opportunities, Missing Wills, Equity In Action Scenarios, and Days of Significance
Articles and News
New Members Appointed to NSBS Council in June Meeting
Two new HRM representatives and one new public representative have been appointed to the NSBS Council, following the 2026 Annual Meeting.
NSBS and CBA-NS Co-Sponsor 2026 Pride Reception
On July 23, NSBS and CBA-NS co-sponsored a special Pride Reception following the annual Call-Acal Prisme Conference.
Notice to the Profession: Anti-Money Laundering Course – Extended Deadlines
The deadline to complete the Federation of Law Societies of Canada’s Anti-Money Laundering Course has been extended.
Across the Profession
Nova Scotia Courts
Supreme Court Welcomes New Judge – The Honourable Charlene Moore
Amendments to Civil Procedure Rules of Nova Scotia
Impact to Court Operations at Devonshire Courthouse
Nova Scotia Legal Aid
NSLA Appoints D. Peter Mancini KC as Interim CEO
Opportunities and Calls for Interest
Professional Responsibility Opportunities for Racialized Lawyers and Members of the Public
The Society is recruiting racialized lawyers and members of the public for various professional responsibility committee roles.
NSBS Opportunity: Seeking Counsel for Members Involved in Disciplinary Matters
The Society is seeking members to act on a reduced fee or pro bono basis for lawyers involved in disciplinary proceedings.
Check out our new Volunteer Opportunities page for more board and pro bono opportunities.
Deadlines
WellNS Seeks Participants for Nova Scotia Mental Wellness Survey (Child, Youth & Family Edition)
The Nova Scotia Mental Wellness Survey explores what helps communities thrive while also gathering insights on mental health and substance use challenges and support needs.
Missing Wills – July 2026
We offer an online form whereby members of the public may provide details relating to a family member’s Will, should they be unable to locate it.
We have been advised of the following missing Wills for the 30-day period ending July 15, 2026.
Equity and Access Resources
Equity in Action Scenario: Understanding Emancipation Day, Land Titles, and Culturally Competent Legal Practice
Scenario: As Emancipation Day approaches, Amara, an African Nova Scotian junior lawyer, suggests that they use this as an opportunity to reflect on the history of enslavement in Canada.
Equity in Action Scenario: Nunavut Day and Professional Inclusion in Legal Practice (Answers)
Check out the NSBS answers to the Equity in Action Scenario: Nunavut Day and Professional Inclusion in Legal Practice. Be sure to review the full scenario before reading the answers.
Emancipation Day Recognition
August 1 is Emancipation Day – We encourage members to take the opportunity to learn more about the lasting effects of Slavery in Canada.