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Nova ScotiaBill 159First Reading

Bill 159: Truth and Reconciliation Commitment Act

Sponsor: Lisa LachanceIntroduced October 1, 2025Checked September 4, 2026
Read the official textOfficial version — Nova Scotia House of Assembly

What this bill does

This Nova Scotia bill commits the provincial government to implementing the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action and requires the Premier to table an annual progress report in the House of Assembly.

Plain-language summary by Legisail — not legal advice.

Business impact

This bill is primarily directed at the provincial government rather than private businesses, so most businesses will not feel a direct operational impact. That said, businesses in sectors like education, healthcare, and child welfare — particularly organizations that contract with or receive funding from the Nova Scotia government — may over time face evolving requirements as the province works through the Calls to Action. Indigenous-owned businesses and organizations serving Indigenous communities in Nova Scotia may see new government programs or partnerships emerge from this commitment. For most small and medium-sized businesses across the province, there is no immediate change to day-to-day operations.

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Where this bill is

First ReadingOctober 1, 2025
Next: Second Reading debate

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At a glance

Bill number
NS-159
Type
Private Member's Public
Jurisdiction
Nova Scotia
Session
65-1
Official record