Justice and Public Safety
December 7, 2016

Media Advisory: Minister Parsons to Address Human Rights Awards Ceremony

The Honourable Andrew Parsons, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General, will address the annual Human Rights Awards ceremony being held tomorrow (Thursday, December 8). The event begins at 3:15 p.m. with the award being presented at 3:30 p.m. at Government House in St. John's.

The annual Human Rights Awards recognize individuals who have made and/or continue to make meaningful contributions to advancing and furthering human rights in the province.

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Media contact:

Lesley Clarke Director of Communications (A) Department of Justice and Public Safety 709-729-6985, 699-2910 lesleyclarke@gov.nl.ca

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