New Human Rights Act Introduced Following Extensive Consultation Process June 17 2010 New Human Rights Act Introduced Following Extensive Consultation Process Newfoundland and Labrador has taken a significant step forward in the area of human rights with the introduction in the House of Assembly of the new Human Rights Act, 2010 by the Honourable Felix [...]
Government of Canada Throne Speech
March 3, 2010 By
A Stronger Canada. A Stronger Economy. Now and for the Future. 3 March 2010 Ottawa, Ontario Today, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada, delivered the Government’s Speech from the Throne to open the Third Session of Canada’s 40th Parliament and outline the broad agenda of the Government of Canada. Canada [...]
Québec policy against homophobia
January 13, 2010 By
Presented by the Minister of Justice, the Québec policy against homophobia comprises strategic guidelines and choices targeting the attainment of social equality for members of sexual minorities, thereby making Québec a truly unprejudiced society. These guidelines seek to recognize the realities face by sexual minority members; promote respect of their rights; promote their wellbeing, notably [...]
Human Rights Commission has revised Policy on Alcohol and Drug Testing
November 27, 2009 By
The Canadian Human Rights Commission has revised its Policy on Alcohol and Drug Testing. The Commission recognizes that the inappropriate use of alcohol or drugs can have serious adverse effects on a person’s health, job performance and workplace safety. Safety is important to employees and employers. However, safety must be ensured in ways that do [...]
Minister of Justice Appoints Canadian Human Rights Tribunal Chair
September 11, 2009 By
The Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission Annual Report 2008-2009
August 20, 2009 By
