Nova Scotia RCMP

Apology for historical use of street checks

In September 2024, the Nova Scotia RCMP is apologizing to African Nova Scotians and all people of African descent for the historic use of street checks and other harmful interactions.

Services and information

Apology

Learn about the Nova Scotia RCMP’s apology to African Nova Scotians and all people of African descent.

Community consultation summary

Read the community consultation summary that resulted from 13 consultation sessions in African Nova Scotian communities across the province.

Action plan

Read the Nova Scotia RCMP’s action plan, outlining five commitments to help rebuild fractured relationships with the province’s Black community.

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