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Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · Jul 28

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Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · 2d

Living with dignity shouldn’t be this hard, and it doesn’t have to be.

Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · 2d

Poverty is not inevitable. On this day, we’re reminded that eradicating poverty means addressing its root causes, changing inequitable systems and policies, and ensuring that everyone in Canada can live free from deprivation and discrimination.

Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · 2d

Yet, 45% of people in Canada are struggling to make ends meet. Rising costs continue to push people into difficult situations – and for those already facing intersectional disadvantage, these basic needs are becoming further out of reach.

Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · 2d

Everyone has the right to an adequate standard of living: access to safe housing, nutritious food, healthcare, and the resources needed to live with dignity.

Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · 2d

On International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, Canada’s cost-of-living crisis is more than an economic challenge — it’s a human rights issue.

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Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · 4d

Workplace harassment harms safety, respect, and mental health. This Workplace Bullying Awareness Week, let’s commit to ending it. Check out our Guide on Preventing and addressing workplace harassment and violence: www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/resources/pu...

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Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · 9d

On #WorldInclusionDay, we reaffirm that inclusion is at the heart of #HumanRights. Together, let's build a strong Canada where everyone feels valued, included and able to participate fully.

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Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · 11d

Your voice matters, and we’re committed to amplifying it. Stay informed and engaged with us on Bluesky and LinkedIn, where your perspective is valued and heard. Subscribe to our mailing list for exclusive updates and join the conversation! bit.ly/4l0LPaA

Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · 15d

Indigenous women face murder rates 10x times higher than the national average. We all have a role to play in speaking out against this injustice. Together, we can, and must, do better.
#MMIWG2S #SistersInSpirit

Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · 15d

Today, on the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people, we honour and remember every life lost to systemic racism and gender-based violence.

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Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · 20d

We join people across Canada to reflect, to learn from the truths shared by all Indigenous peoples, and to take meaningful action toward reconciliation in our own lives, workplaces, and communities. #NDTR

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Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · 20d

As we commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, 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.
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Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · 20d

Tomorrow marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We honour the children who never came home, the courage of survivors, and the leadership of Indigenous communities. True #reconciliation calls for action – today and every day. #NDTR

Statement: www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/resources/ne...

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Office of the Accessibility Commissioner @accessibilityca.bsky.social · 26d

It’s International Sign Languages Day!

Sign languages are full and recognized languages. Accessibility means ensuring Deaf people can connect, work, and participate without barriers.

💬 How does your workplace make communication more accessible?
#IWD2025

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Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · 26d

This week is Gender Equality Week in Canada. We have made progress in closing gender gaps, but barriers remain.

Let’s keep advocating for a society where everyone can thrive.

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Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · Sep 19

The Commission helps people facing discrimination or harassment. Commissioners review complaints under the CHRA and make decisions that can create positive change. Hear from some of them on what this human rights work means to them: sbee.link/47pek83wry

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Office of the Pay Equity Commissioner @fairpayca.bsky.social · Sep 18

Today is International Equal Pay Day. #EqualPay for work of equal value is a fundamental human right. Closing the gap benefits everyone: dignity, justice, and prosperity.

Read our full statement: www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/resources/ne...

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Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · Sep 2

Stay informed, stay connected. Our newsletter is your go-to source for updates, announcements, activities, and events related to #HumanRights in Canada. Sign up today for news delivered right to your inbox! 📩 bit.ly/4m7dHuj

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Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · Aug 29

We recognize the work of 2SLGBTQQIA+ communities, especially those who are Black, Indigenous, racialized, trans, and non-binary—who have long led the fight for equity and justice.

Pride may end, but the pursuit of equality never does. ✨

#Pride2025

Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · Aug 29

At its core, Pride is about human rights. The right to express who you are. The right to be protected under the law. The right to thrive, not just survive.

Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · Aug 29

As #Pride season comes to a close, our commitment to 2SLGBTQQIA+ rights continues.

Pride is more than a celebration. It's a reminder that everyone deserves to live, learn, and work in safety, with dignity, and free from discrimination or harassment.

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Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · Aug 20

🌟 #Pride isn’t just about celebration, it’s about telling your stories on your own terms.

#Pride2025

Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · Aug 20

Her work makes space for Black 2SLGBTQQIA+ folks living with HIV, especially those who are often silenced or erased.

Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · Aug 20

As a longtime advocate, Jade reminds us:
“We’re more than our diagnoses. We’re artists, creators, and leaders.”

Canadian Human Rights Commission @cdnhumanrights.bsky.social · Aug 20

✨ Jade uses the stage as a site of advocacy, blending performance, education, and healing. Her viral rendition of “Undetectable” (to the tune of Nat King Cole’s “Unforgettable”) challenges HIV stigma and celebrates U=U (Undetectable = Untransmittable).