Trudy was posted to Nova Scotia in 2017. For 5 years she has served as a Halifax School Resource Officer and a highly valued member of the RCMP Community Action Response Team. Trudy has established a strong rapport with schools, students, and the families of youth at risk through trust, respect and understanding. The broad scope...
Our Annual report for 2023/2024 is now available. To view or download the file in PDF format you may use the link below. 2023-2024 Annual Report
The NSCJA Annual General Meeting Save the Date is scheduled for May 27th 2024. Please save the date if you are interested in attending. AGM Details Monday May 27th5:00pmBMO Community RoomHalifax Central Library Please RSVP by midnight on Sunday May 19th by emailing info@nscja.ca so that we have sufficient refreshments for everyone. Light Refreshments will...
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 Award in Nova Scotia. I am seeking your help with the nomination process for the...
The Nova Scotia Criminal Justice Association (NSCJA) hosted community conversations on drug use in the Halifax region during February 2023. The final report concerning this project has been released for public viewing and is available to view/download in PDF format below. Halifax Regional Municipality / Nova Scotia Criminal Justice Association Drug Policy Consultation Project Report...
Michael Warren has been a Nova Scotia Justice System member for 25 years. He is responsible for Community Corrections service delivery at 3 offices in the Annapolis Valley area located at Kentville, Windsor and Middleton. Michael is widely regarded as a provincial role model for “leadership by example” — through fairness, engagement, empowerment, and inclusiveness at all levels of service — working many hours beyond the norm to support his teamand...
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 of the NSCJA. Please RSVP by 4:00pm on Tuesday May 16th using the form below...
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 May. NSCJA is looking for new Board Members who are interested in joining one of...
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 Public Library and sought input on how drug use impacts the community. The video of...
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 stigmas as well as fielded a few questions and comments from attendees. The event can...