The Dismantling Racism and Hate Act

The Dismantling Racism and Hate Act was passed in April 2022. It is Canada’s first act of its kind, aiming to dismantle systemic hate, inequity, and racism in government policies and programs. The Act requires public bodies, including municipalities, to create plans to address these issues, informed by community engagement and to be implemented by April 1, 2025

In response, the Municipality of Shelburne, in partnership with the Town of Shelburne, and the Town of Lockeport, created an Equity and Anti-Racism Plan , and an Equity and Anti-Racism Advisory Committee, described below.

Read the full Act.

Additional Resources

• Office of Equity and Anti-Racism Public Engagement Site – Government of Nova Scotia
• Guide on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Terminology – Government of Canada

Eastern Shelburne County Equity & Anti-Racism Plan

Eastern Shelburne County Equity & Anti-Racism Plan is a joint plan for the Municipality of Shelburne, Town of Shelburne, and Town of Lockeport. All three units have approved the plan and it has been submitted to the Province.

You can view the plan here: Eastern Shelburne County Equity & Anti-Racism Plan

Eastern Shelburne County Equity & Anti-Racism Advisory Committee (EAR)

About the Committee: The Municipality of the District of Shelburne, Town of Shelburne and Town of Lockeport will be creating a joint committee called The Eastern Shelburne County Equity & Anti-Racism Advisory Committee (EAR) as outlined in the Eastern Shelburne County Equity & Anti-Racism Plan. More details to follow in the near future.

Questions or concerns about equity and anti-racism in the Municipality of Shelburne? Fill out our Equity and Anti-Racism Questions or Concerns Form:

You can also contact staff by phone or email: