Holiday/Observances

5 Ways to Support Black Mental Health to Mark Emancipation Day

August 1 is Emancipation Day; a day that is pivotal to the mental health and well-being of Black Nova Scotians. Emancipation Day marks the actual day in 1834 that the Slavery Abolition Act came into effect across the British Empire. You can support Black Mental Health by taking time to Acknowledge, Educate, Listen, Engage and Reflect.