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Second Monitor Report on Implementation of Disability Remedy Aug 01, 2025

The second report on the government’s progress implementing the human rights remedy was issued today, August 1.

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Emancipation Day Jul 31, 2025

On August 1, we commemorate Emancipation Day, marking the anniversary of the Slavery Abolition Act coming into effect across the British Empire in 1834.

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Independent Human Rights Hearing Resumes July 14. Jul 03, 2025

A virtual independent human rights board of inquiry in the matter of Pascaline Ngweniform vs. Wal-Mart Canada Corp. will resume Monday July 14.

Canadian Multiculturism Day June 27

Canadian Multiculturalism Day Jun 26, 2025

Canadian Multiculturalism Day is commemorated annually on June 27 as an opportunity to celebrate the richness of Canada’s diverse cultural landscape and reaffirm our commitment to building a society where everyone is valued, respected, and free to thrive.

National Indigenous Peoples Day

National Indigenous Peoples Day Jun 20, 2025

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a time to recognize and celebrate the history, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Canada.

Defending Against Hate

Defending Against Hatred Jun 16, 2025

Almost 56 years after the Stonewall uprising galvanized the queer rights movement members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community continue to face discrimination and hostility due to their identity.