They say an inquiry has the power to force government, prosecutors and police to fully co-operate in its study.

Tomas Jirousek, 22, was named valedictorian for the school's faculty of arts, making him one of the few Indigenous students to receive the honour.

Ontario and Quebec's premiers are facing backlash for remarks they made this week amid growing Black Lives Matter protests globally.

Quebec Premier François Legault admitted on Tuesday that “there is still work to be done” when it comes to combating racism in his province, but argued that Quebec should not compare itself to the United States as it has “not experienced slavery, and the history of the U.S." when it comes to race-relations.

The OCPM now has 90 days to publish its recommendations and submit them to the City of Montreal.

In March, the Human Rights Board of Inquiry found the province had violated the human rights of three people with disabilities.

"This is the pivotal moment," one community activist said.

About 18 front-line career counsellor positions are being added to the new Careers Nova Scotia system, but potential candidates must have a master's degree to apply.