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Individual rights come with collective responsibility

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Today, International Human Rights Day, we owe it to ourselves to understand what the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and the Canadian Human Rights Act tell us.

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Commissions working together on human rights and the use of artificial intelligence

News Releases

Today on Human Rights Day, the Law Commission of Ontario, the Ontario Human Rights Commission and the Canadian Human Rights Commission announced a joint research and policy initiative to examine human rights issues in the development, use and governance of artificial intelligence and algorithms in Canada and specifically in Ontario.

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To build back better, we must build back barrier-free

Statements

As we mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, it is an opportunity for everyone in Canada to reaffirm our commitment to inclusion and equality by reflecting on how we can eliminate barriers for people with disabilities. It is also an opportunity to celebrate the many contributions and achievements of people with disabilities across Canada.

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Canada must act to ease housing inequality

Statements

As we mark National Housing Day today, Canada’s worsening housing crisis is more concerning than ever. It is unacceptable in a country like Canada that an increasing number of people are homeless, facing evictions, or cannot find an affordable place to live.

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Vaccination policies and human rights: Frequently asked questions for employers and employees

News Releases

Vaccination is the most important public health tool at our disposal to reduce the risk of COVID‑19. It is important that those who can get the vaccine do so – to protect themselves, their colleagues, families, friends and communities.

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The Big Three: Key inclusion principles for Canadian businesses

Speeches

The Big Three: Key inclusion principles for Canadian businesses, Marie-Claude Landry, Ad. E., Chief Commissioner, Canadian Human Rights Commission

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Hate and racism have no place in a democracy

Statements

The hate, intolerance, and violence on display during this election was unprecedented, unacceptable, and frightening.

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Press Launch of the Follow up Report to the Canadian Human Rights Commission on the Human Rights of the Innu of Labrador

Speeches

Press Launch of the Follow up Report to the Canadian Human Rights Commission on the Human Rights of the Innu of Labrador, Marie Claude Landry, Ad. E.
Chief Commissioner, Canadian Human Rights Commission

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Canadian Human Rights Commission welcomes Canada’s first Pay Equity Commissioner

News Releases

Ms. Jensen is an experienced lawyer who has represented clients in human rights law, constitutional law, and employment and labour law cases for over 25 years. She has provided legal advice and representation before all levels of Canada’s courts and tribunals. She has investigated and advised organizations on diverse issues such as allegations of sexual harassment, professional misconduct, and compliance with constitutional, international and domestic human rights requirements.

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Statement – Women’s leadership essential to building back better

Statements

Today, on International Women’s Day, we celebrate women and recognize their invaluable contributions to family, community, country and the world. Canadian women continue to be a driving force in our country — as community-builders, business leaders, innovators, educators, scientists, mothers, and frontline workers.

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