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Building a strong and accessible Canada by design

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To mark the launch of National AccessAbility Week, Christopher T. Sutton, Accessibility Commissioner, Charlotte-Anne Malischewski, Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Human Rights Commission, and Marie-Josée Houle, Federal Housing Advocate, issue the following statement.

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An important milestone that affirms the human rights of people experiencing homelessness

Statements

The Federal Housing Advocate and Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Human Rights Commission welcome the Ontario Superior Court of Justice’s decision in The Regional Municipality of Waterloo v. Named Respondents and Persons Unknown (2026).

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Remarks for the Federal Housing Advocate - Forum of Ministers on human rights

Speeches

Federal Housing Advocate Marie-Josée Houle’s remarks to the Forum of Ministers on Human Rights in May 2026

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Opening remarks for the Chief Commissioner - Day of dialogue: Canadian ministers, human rights commissions, and stakeholders

Speeches

Day of Dialogue between Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers responsible for human rights & Canada's human rights commissions, as well as partners and stakeholders

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New reports offer guidance for strengthening the next National Housing Strategy

News Releases

Today, the Federal Housing Advocate published a series of new reports aimed at the federal government, offering essential guidance on how it can strengthen its housing investments and programs.

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Building a Canada where trans people can live authentically

Statements

To mark International Transgender Day of Visibility, Charlotte-Anne Malischewski, Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Human Rights Commission, issues the following statement

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Together, we build a more just future

Statements

This year, on International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, the Canadian Human Rights Commission is urging people in Canada to confront the lived reality of racism in our country so that meaningful progress can be achieved.

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Women's rights are essential to a strong Canada

Statements

To mark International Women’s Day on March 8, Charlotte-Anne Malischewski, serving as Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Human Rights Commission, and Lori Straznicky, Canada’s Pay Equity Commissioner, issue the following statement.

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