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The cost of living is leaving people behind. This #HumanRightsDay, let’s treat access to the essentials of life as a matter of rights. We are stronger when everyone is included.

Read our statement: www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/resources/ne...
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December 10, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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Tomorrow on #December6, we remember the 14 women whose lives were taken simply because they were women.

Gender-based violence must be confronted in our communities. To end femicide, we must challenge misogyny and hate wherever we see it.

Learn more: www.canada.ca/en/women-gen...
Image of 14 candles and a white ribbon in memory of the women who lost their lives at Polytechnique. Text says: National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women, December 6.
December 5, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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Today, on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we reaffirm our commitment to a Canada where all women and girls, in all their diversity, can live free from violence, discrimination, and fear.
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November 25, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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Trans, Two-Spirit, non-binary, and gender-diverse people continue to face discrimination and violence. On #TransgenderDayofRemembrance, we honour those lost to anti-trans violence and affirm that trans people deserve safety, dignity, and visibility. Hate has no place in Canada. #TDoR
The text "Transgender Day of Remembrance - November 20" on a transgender Flag.
November 20, 2025 at 2:29 PM
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Happy #TransAwarenessWeek! A time for us to uplift the voices of the transgender community and the issues they face. Let’s commit to upholding trans rights and to creating a safe & inclusive Canada for trans people year-round.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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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.
A sad piggy bank sitting on a wooden table. The text reads: “International Day for the Eradication of Poverty – October 17”.
October 17, 2025 at 8:27 PM
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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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October 15, 2025 at 1:53 PM
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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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October 10, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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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
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October 8, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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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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October 5, 2025 at 2:52 AM
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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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September 29, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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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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September 23, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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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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September 2, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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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.
On the right, two silhouetted people hold up a rainbow Pride flag with the sun shining through it. Behind them is a vertical strip of rainbow and trans Pride flag colours. On the left, text reads: “Pride Season.” “Pride Season may end, but the pursuit of equality never does.
August 29, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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Meet Jade Elektra: Toronto-based drag performer, HIV/AIDS activist, and founder of POZPLANET magazine. 💄🎤
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August 20, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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The Unity campaign sets out to create a more inclusive future for everyone, including Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, intersex, and other diverse genders and identities.
The words “For a better together. Pour mieux vivre ensemble.” are displayed on the left side of the image. A rainbow made of the pride flag's colors is on the right side of the image.
August 11, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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✊ Allyship isn’t a just title, It’s a practice.

Here are a few ways to show up for 2SLGBTQQIA+ communities all year:
✅ Listen
✅ Learn
✅ Speak up
✅ Advocate for inclusion

📌 Save this post and revisit it whenever you need a reminder.

#AlliesInAction #Pride2025
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July 29, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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July 28, 2025 at 2:34 PM