John Dunlop Memorial Award for January 1 to December 31 2023 Posted: February 1st, 2024 Awards News I am writing regarding the John Dunlop Memorial Award which has been presented annually by the Nova Scotia Criminal Justice Association for the past 46 years. It is the oldest Justice Award in Canada and most prestigious cross sectoral Justice... Continue Reading
Join us at our AGM! Posted: May 8th, 2023 Events News Learn about the great work we have been doing over the past year, get an update on the HRM Drug Policy Consultation Project, get to know the Board of Directors, network with professionals in your field, and celebrate the successes... Continue Reading
Call for Applications and Nominations to the Board of Directors Posted: February 2nd, 2023 News The Nova Scotia Criminal Justice Association (NSCJA) is seeking members of the Association to join its Board of Directors. A slate of re-offering and new Board members is put forward at each Annual General meeting which is held in late... Continue Reading
Join us for Conversations in your Community Posted: January 30th, 2023 Events News The Nova Scotia Criminal Justice Association (NSCJA) hosted community conversations on drug use in the Halifax region during February 2023. NSCJA president Sharon Martin facilitated seven community conversations: Sharon shared what was learned during the public symposium at the Woodlawn... Continue Reading
Be Part of the Conversation Launch Event Posted: January 23rd, 2023 Events News The Launch Event was held January 19th was a success. The in-person event was well attended and others viewed the event on-line. Our panel related lived experience and discussed a number of issues including addiction support and treatment, housing, addiction... Continue Reading
Be part of a conversation on drug use in the Halifax region Posted: January 3rd, 2023 Events News The Nova Scotia Criminal Justice Association (NSCJA) will be hosting a Launch Event on 19 January 2023 10:00 AM – 12 PM* at the Woodlawn Public Library, 31 Eisener Boulevard, Dartmouth. Join the NSCJA at the Woodlawn Library on 19... Continue Reading
Cst. Robert Kavanaugh Awarded the 2021 John Dunlop Memorial Award Posted: August 2nd, 2022 Awards News Tags: John Dunlop Award Cst. Robert Kavanaugh, who has served with the RCMP and involved with the Criminal Justice System for over 20 years, is the 2021 recipient of the John Dunlop Memorial Award. The honour is presented to a member of the Nova... Continue Reading
NSCJA Seeking Board Members! Posted: March 8th, 2022 News The Nova Scotia Criminal Justice Association (NSCJA) is seeking professionals and volunteers working in the field of criminal justice to join the board. Membership includes individuals working in all areas of the justice system in addition to partners in the... Continue Reading
Be the Peace Institute presents “The Power of Our Voices” Posted: May 12th, 2016 Learning Events News Be The Peace Institute, in partnership with Second Story Women’s Centre, the NS Barristers’ Society and the Bridgewater Police Service, are presenting a one-day workshop”The Power of Our Voices – Survivors and Justice Professionals Together”. Wednesday June 1, 8:30am-4:00pm, Best... Continue Reading
