The Nova Scotia Criminal Justice Association is a non-governmental provincial association involved in a range of activities aimed at promoting an equitable and effective criminal justice system. See our Goals The NSCJA members include individuals working in all components of the justice system as well as our partners in the fields of health, education and social services. About Us Join Us Our Board Our Programs Learning Events We host learning events to support the development of the Nova Scotia criminal justice community. Upcoming Events Past Events John Dunlop Award Awarded annually to a member of the criminal justice system. Information and Application See past John Dunlop Award winners Student Award Our annual student award for those studying in a social justice field in Nova Scotia. Information and Application See past Student Award winners News & Events John Dunlop Memorial Award for 2025 Assessment Year Posted: January 16th, 2026 Justice Colleagues RE: JOHN DUNLOP MEMORIAL AWARD FOR 2026 Assessment Year I am writing regarding the John Dunlop Memorial Award which has been presented annually by the Nova Scotia Criminal Justice Association for the past 48 years. It is the oldest Justice Award in Canada and most prestigious cross sectoral Justice Award in Nova Scotia…. Continue Reading News Meet our Board of Directors for 2025/2026 Posted: January 13th, 2026 The NSCJA invites you to meet the people who make up the Board of Directors for 2025/2026. Visit https://www.nscja.ca/about/#our-board which now includes Board member biographies. Board members assist the NSCJA through committee work such as the Executive, Communications, Membership, Governance and Policy and Education. Members of the NSCJA are welcome to join in Committee work,… Continue Reading Awards 2024 John Dunlop Memorial Award winner announced Posted: May 26th, 2025 Tags: John Dunlop Award Congratulations! The Nova Scotia Criminal Justice Association is pleased to announce the John Dunlop Memorial Award recipient for 2024 is Ian Brewster, Parole Officer Supervisor, Correctional Service Canada, Kentville, NS. The John Dunlop Award is presented annually to an individual who has lived for three years or more in Nova Scotia and has made a… Continue Reading See All Events See All News E-Newsletter Signup Subscribe Sign up for our e-newsletter If you would like to receive periodic information from us, please provide your email address below.Email AddressEmail Consent I consent to receiving emails from the Nova Scotia Criminal Justice Association.Submit Join Us Our members include individuals working in all areas of the justice system as well as our partners in the fields of health, education, and social services. Student Memberships are also available. Register Online Benefits of Membership Participate in our learning events at no cost or a reduced fee Gain insights into the criminal justice system in Nova Scotia and across Canada Opportunity to influence and advocate for positive change in criminal justice Network with other criminal and social justice professionals, students, and contributors
