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The Equity and Anti-Racism Strategy committed the Office of Equity and Anti-Racism as the government lead to develop an action plan to address needs identified by the community. The 2SLGBTQIA+ Action Plan was released on January 8, 2026 – it outlines government-wide commitments intended to respond to community-identified priorities as well as an overview of what we heard during engagement.
The Action Plan is an all-of-government effort and was developed based on community feedback and input collected through engagement. Engagement was conducted by OEA and through partnered community-based organizations in 2024. This included an online survey, five virtual sessions led by OEA, and sessions led by organizations that serve and represent the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
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The Equity and Anti-Racism Strategy committed the Office of Equity and Anti-Racism as the government lead to develop an action plan to address needs identified by the community. The 2SLGBTQIA+ Action Plan was released on January 8, 2026 – it outlines government-wide commitments intended to respond to community-identified priorities as well as an overview of what we heard during engagement.
The Action Plan is an all-of-government effort and was developed based on community feedback and input collected through engagement. Engagement was conducted by OEA and through partnered community-based organizations in 2024. This included an online survey, five virtual sessions led by OEA, and sessions led by organizations that serve and represent the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
For progress updates, subscribe using the "Follow Project" widget.
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As a key action under the 2SLGBTQIA+ Action Plan, the Office of Equity and Anti-Racism is excited to launch the first offering of the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community Impact Grant. Community-based organizations can apply for a grant of up to $25,000, with a total of $150,000 available. Funding can be used to fund projects, support core and administrative costs that help organizations do their work, and better serve underrepresented and underserved communities. For more information, please see the guidelines and application form linked below.
Community-based organizations are invited to submit applications by February 27, 2026, at 11:59PM. For questions and assistance with applications, please email OEAengagement@novascotia.ca.
As a key action under the 2SLGBTQIA+ Action Plan, the Office of Equity and Anti-Racism is excited to launch the first offering of the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community Impact Grant. Community-based organizations can apply for a grant of up to $25,000, with a total of $150,000 available. Funding can be used to fund projects, support core and administrative costs that help organizations do their work, and better serve underrepresented and underserved communities. For more information, please see the guidelines and application form linked below.
Community-based organizations are invited to submit applications by February 27, 2026, at 11:59PM. For questions and assistance with applications, please email OEAengagement@novascotia.ca.
From August-December 2023, OEA completed research on lived experience and current challenges being faced by community, conducted a jurisdictional scan of other Action Plans and initiatives for the community across Canada, and held conversations across government to better understand the current landscape for the community.
Engagement
2SLGBTQIA+ Action Plan has finished this stage
In 2024, OEA completed engagement with community to determine specific, tangible concerns and actions they would like to see throughout the plan.
Action Plan Development
2SLGBTQIA+ Action Plan has finished this stage
Collaborating across government, OEA led the development and release of the Provincial 2SLGBTQIA+ Action Plan.
Action Plan release
2SLGBTQIA+ Action Plan is currently at this stage
Following the release of the 2SLGBTQIA+ Action Plan, OEA will report publicly on progress through its annual report. Ongoing consultations will ensure initiatives meet evolving needs, and the Plan will undergo a formal review after five years to assess impact, inform next steps, and guide future iterations.
