About the Mass Casualty Commission
The Commission is an independent public inquiry created to examine the April 18-19, 2020 mass casualty in Nova Scotia and to provide meaningful recommendations to help protect Canadians in the future.
The Commission is mandated to report its findings and make recommendations by November 2022.
Underway
We continue to analyze thousands of documents, conduct witness interviews, and review information to determine what happened on April 18 and 19, 2020. This material is used to produce Foundational Documents.
We are reviewing the feedback, input, and information gathered from our recent Open Houses in Debert, Truro, Millbrook and Wentworth. If you were unable to attend, you can download the Open House materials we shared.
We are working with Participants to review and gather input on draft Foundational Documents.
Coming Up
Community engagement will continue through November and we will be gathering information on methods for the public to share their experience.
Public proceedings will begin January 26, 2022, at the Halifax Convention Centre.
As always, we continue to gather information from the public. No piece of information is too small. If you think you have something that may contribute to our work, please contact us.
Updates
October 13, 2021
An Update from the Commissioners – October 13, 2021
This week’s update includes information about the Commission’s adjusted proceedings schedule and a look ahead as we plan for gathering the broad impacts of the mass casualty.
October 7, 2021
Community Notice – Open Houses: Thank you – October 7, 2021
Thank you to everyone who came out to our Open Houses in Debert, Truro, Millbrook, and Wentworth last week.
September 27, 2021
Community Notice – Public Open Houses – September 27, 2021
The Mass Casualty Commission is hosting a series of public Open Houses this month to share information with community members about the Commission.
Proceedings
The proceedings contribute to our fact-finding, research, policy, and analytical work.
Wellness Supports
Consider reviewing the mental health and wellness resources and supports available.
FAQs
Why is it called the Mass Casualty Commission? Find answers to frequently asked questions.
The content on this website will be updated throughout the inquiry.