70 years later, we all have a responsibility to speak out against hate
“The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was a response to unspeakable atrocities born from hatred. It united the world in a common cause: to promote the principles of equality, dignity and respect for all.
Canadian Human Rights Commission welcomes new part-time Commissioner - September 21, 2018
Ms. Leck brings a new energy and extensive legal experience at all levels of court in Ontario, her home province. Her specific areas of expertise include employment law, human rights law, and insurance law.
Canadian Human Rights Commission welcomes new part-time commissioner - July 19, 2018
The Canadian Human Rights Commission (CHRC) is pleased to announce the appointment, by Order in Council, of a new part-time commissioner, Ms. Dianna Scarth, effective immediately.
Accessibility is a human right
Yesterday’s announcement is a historic moment for the rights of persons with disabilities, and for all of Canada.
Online hate: The time for action is now
Good evening everyone. It is a pleasure to be here with all of you, on the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg people.
Denying the rights of one group of people puts everyone’s rights at risk
The Canadian Human Rights Commission is deeply concerned by Quebec’s announcement this week that it will seek to ban religious symbols for all provincial public servants in roles such as, police officers, judges, teachers and senior officials.
Outrage and sadness over New Zealand terror attack
The Canadian Human Rights Commission joins the world in shock, dismay and outrage over the news of the deadly attack on two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand. Our hearts go out to the victims and their families, the people of New Zealand, and the global Muslim community.
Presentation to the Senate Committee on Social Affairs Science and Technology on Bill C-81
Speaking Notes of Marie-Claude Landry, Chief Commissioner, Canadian Human Rights Commission
New legislation an encouraging step for Indigenous children and families in Canada
The Canadian Human Rights Commission is encouraged by the introduction of legislation to reform the federal child welfare system. Reforming the current system would be a significant step forward for Indigenous children and families in Canada.
Human rights watchdog applauds Government’s intention to end solitary confinement
The Canadian Human Rights Commission applauds the Government of Canada and Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale’s promise to end the use of solitary confinement in federal prisons.