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May 2026
IN THIS ISSUE: 2025 Ruck Progress Report, New Temporary Border Measures, BWC Evidence Updates, Annual Meeting RSVP, Renewal Notices, Travel Guide, Cybersecurity, Committee Opportunities, Missing Wills and Equity in Action Scenarios.
Articles and News
Regaining Trust Progress Report 2025
The Ruck Report Independent Implementation Lead (IIL) has released a progress report for the Society’s 2025 efforts towards implementing Douglas Ruck’s 21 Recommendations.
Notice to the Profession: Temporary Border Measures in Response to Ebola Outbreak
Effective May 27, 2026, all immigration documents for certain high risk areas will be suspended for 90 days in response to risk of Ebola outbreak.
Notice to the Profession: New Digital Method for Body-Worn Camera Evidence
On May 15, 2026, the Nova Scotia Public Prosecution Service introduced an additional digital disclosure for submitting Body-Worn Camera Evidence.
Resources for Identifying Malicious Emails
These resources provide practical tips for identifying suspicious emails and other common tactics used by cybercriminals.
Cross-Border Travel Guide for Law Firms and Lawyers
On May 12, 2026, the Law Office Management Professional Standards Committee released a new resource on cross-border travel with electronic devices.
Nova Scotia Court of Appeal Releases 2025 Annual Report
The NS Court of Appeal’s Annual Report includes information about proceedings and the work of the Court’s judges and staff.
Upcoming Deadlines
2026 NSBS Annual Meeting Registration Open Now
Deadline to register for the 2026 NSBS Annual Meeting is June 12. RSVP: annualmeeting@nsbs.org
Notice of 2026-2027 Annual Renewal
An email regarding 2026-2027 annual membership renewal has now been sent to all members. Renewals must be completed by June 30, 2026.
Opportunities and Calls for Interest
NSBS Committee Opportunity: Gender Equity Committee
The Society is seeking new members to join the Gender Equity Committee to support the Society’s work on Gender Equity Issues.
Nova Scotia Real Estate Commission Committee
The Nova Scotia Real Estate Commission invites licensees and members of the public to submit their name to serve on Commission committees.
Missing Wills – May 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 May 15, 2026.
Equity and Access Resources
Equity in Action Scenario: Navigating a Human Rights Claim Consultation
Scenario: Leah Francis is a 39-year-old autistic woman seeking legal advice regarding a potential human rights complaint after experiencing repeated discrimination in her workplace.
Equity in Action Scenario: Accessibility Barriers in Will Execution (Answers)
Check out the NSBS answers to the Equity in Action Scenario: Accessibility Barriers in Will Execution. Be sure to review the full scenario before reading the answers.
Dal Law Course Uses Material Culture to Bring Indigenous Legal Traditions to Life
A new Dalhousie law course is giving students an opportunity to explore Indigenous law through material culture.