As the start of the summer brings numerous celebrations that provide opportunities to reflect on who we are and the values that bring us together, the heads of Canada’s human rights commissions at the federal, provincial and territorial level issue the following statement.
To mark National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, Lori Straznicky, Pay Equity Commissioner, Christopher T. Sutton, Accessibility Commissioner, and Charlotte-Anne Malischewski, Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Human Rights Commission, issues the following statement
Tomorrow marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day. As we commemorate this day, we reflect on the truths that survivors have shared, and consider how each of us can contribute to reconciliation – not only today, but every day.
On the occasion of National Indigenous Peoples Day, marked on June 21, 2025, Charlotte-Anne Malischewski, Interim Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Human Rights Commission, issues the following statement
As we commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we renew our commitment to rebuilding a relationship with Indigenous peoples as partners on the healing journey forward.
The Canadian Human Rights Commission applauds Justice Canada's release of the United Nations Declaration Act Action Plan. We hope this will be a positive step toward co-creating a better relationship between the Government of Canada and Indigenous peoples.
On National Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we come together to celebrate First Nations, Inuit and Métis cultures, traditions, languages and achievements.
The CHRC welcomes the opportunity to provide comments on Bill C-15, An Act respecting the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (Bill C-15). The CHRC strongly supports the expeditious passage of Bill C-15.
Appearance before the Senate Committee of Indigenous Peoples (APPA) on the topic of a Canadian Human Rights Framework, Charlotte-Anne Malischewski,
Interim Chief Commissioner, Canadian Human Rights Commission