HUMAN RESOURCES
The NSBA understands that many small companies are unable to have a dedicated HR person. Even companies with a dedicated team member may benefit from access to additional information and expertise.
Rohan Christian joined the NSBA in 2021 as a Diversity & Inclusion Coordinator; in September 2023, we broadened this role to Human Resource Advisor with a specialty in diversity-related topics. Rohan is completing his Chartered Professional in Human Resources training in fall 2023 and has a certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Cornell University. He also brings his own lived experience as an immigrant and a person of colour.
Rohan's role is not to do companies' HR work; it is to help companies to do the work themselves by providing support and guidance, learning opportunities, and connecting people with third-party resources as needed. For more information, contact Rohan at hradvisor@nsboats.com. This service is free to NSBA members; we are exploring a fee-based model for non-members.
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Key Diversity-Related Terms
Diversity
Diversity in an organization is having differences in race, colour, gender, sexuality, disability, ethnicity, religion, etc.
Inclusion
Inclusion at work is how all employees, from leaders to labourers, behave to create an environment where people feel accepted regardless of differences.
Equality
Equality is providing the same opportunities and supports to everyone, regardless of their differences.
Belonging
Belonging is an outcome of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - where employees feel accepted while being themselves.
Equity
Equity is providing opportunities and supports based on individual needs, because everyone has different advantages and disadvantages.
Accessibility
Accessibility is ensuring access or usability for people with disabilities, sometimes through workplace accommodations.
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Upcoming HR Events
For a list of all upcoming events and cultural days, visit our Events page.
National Day for Truth & Reconciliation / Orange Shirt Day - September 30 (annual)
The National Day of Truth and Reconciliation remembers those who endured Canada's residential school systems. This includes both survivors and those who never returned home. The NSBA recognizes the experience of survivors and honours the memory of those who didn't survive.
You can participate in activities at home or in person. A list of 2023 activities and learning resources are below.
Activities and Actions:
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Truth and Reconciliation Commission - Truth and Reconciliation Week Sept. 25-30, 2023
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Wear an orange shirt. Here are a few places where you can buy them:
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National Day for Truth & Reconciliation: Special Film Screening (Halifax, Sept 29, 7:00-9:00 pm)
Learning Resources:
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Assembly of First Nations Education Toolkit - Residential Schools
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CBC article: "National Day for Truth and Reconciliation should be a solemn day to reflect, says author"
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CBC article: "48 books by indigenous writers to read to understand residential schools"
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Orange Shirt Society - information about the significance of Orange Shirt Day and more
Mental Health Supports for Indigenous People:
Treaty Day - October 1 (NS, annual)
Treaty Day, observed each year on October 1st, inaugurates Mi'kmaq History Month in Nova Scotia. This significant event was officially declared in 1993 by Premier John Savage and Mi'kmaq Grand Chief Ben Sylliboy. The primary aim of Treaty Day is to enhance public understanding and appreciation of Mi'kmaw culture and heritage among all residents of Nova Scotia.
You can participate in activities at home or in person. A list of 2023 activities and learning resources are below.
Activities and Actions:
Learning Resources:
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Union of Nova Scotia Mi'kmaq - Celebrating Treaty Day