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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

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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

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

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Building a Canada where trans people can live authentically

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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

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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

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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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Submission to the Human Rights Committee at a glance

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Submission to the Human Rights Committee on the occasion of Canada’s 7th Periodic Review – February 2026.

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03/03/2026
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HR4-136/2026E-PDF
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An even better idea than DEI

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Why accessibility is the missing link in equity, inclusion, and communication access

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