Canadian Human Rights Commission

The Canadian Human Rights Commission exists to help ensure that everyone in Canada is treated fairly, no matter who they are.

Everyone in the world is entitled to the same fundamental human rights. They are the universal human rights that we, as citizens of this world, have agreed we are all entitled to, including the right to equality and dignity, and to live free from all forms of discrimination. 

Countries have human rights laws to make sure that people and governments are held accountable if your human rights are not respected. In Canada, your human rights are protected by provincial, territorial, federal and international laws.

The Commission is independent from the government and has the authority to research, raise awareness and speak out on any matter related to human rights in Canada. We advocate for human rights, and provide enforcement and dispute resolution processes that are fair, equitable, and respect the inherent dignity of all.

We operate under the authority of the Canadian Human Rights Act, the Accessible Canada Act, the Employment Equity Act, the Pay Equity Act and the National Housing Strategy Act. We are internationally accredited as Canada's National Human Rights Institution. 

We also provide free, confidential, and accessible pathways for people in Canada to understand their rights, resolve disputes, and seek redress, often without the need to proceed to complex, lengthy and costly public hearings.  

If you believe you have experienced discrimination, harassment, an accessibility barrier, a pay equity issue, or if you want to make a submission to the Federal Housing Advocate, visit our website.

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