Community Legal Assistance Society
@clasbc.bsky.social
Legal assistance on #housing, #humanrights, government benefits, #mentalhealth and #workersrights. + law reform #A2J For the Human Rights
Unwelcome comments about your gender or gender presentation are #sexualharassment. #SHARPWorkplaces provides FREE legal advice to anyone who has been sexually harassed in BC.
Call 604-673-3143 or learn more: https://ow.ly/Ga4s50WTnQe
#BeInformedBeSHARP
Call 604-673-3143 or learn more: https://ow.ly/Ga4s50WTnQe
#BeInformedBeSHARP
November 12, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Unwelcome comments about your gender or gender presentation are #sexualharassment. #SHARPWorkplaces provides FREE legal advice to anyone who has been sexually harassed in BC.
Call 604-673-3143 or learn more: https://ow.ly/Ga4s50WTnQe
#BeInformedBeSHARP
Call 604-673-3143 or learn more: https://ow.ly/Ga4s50WTnQe
#BeInformedBeSHARP
📢Join us for a FREE community-driven workshop/webinar. Learn how NDAs work, what rights you have, and ask questions.
DATE: December 4 from 6-8 PM PST, VIA WEBINAR
REGISTER: https://ow.ly/9JLH50XpCPI
DATE: December 4 from 6-8 PM PST, VIA WEBINAR
REGISTER: https://ow.ly/9JLH50XpCPI
November 10, 2025 at 11:00 PM
📢Join us for a FREE community-driven workshop/webinar. Learn how NDAs work, what rights you have, and ask questions.
DATE: December 4 from 6-8 PM PST, VIA WEBINAR
REGISTER: https://ow.ly/9JLH50XpCPI
DATE: December 4 from 6-8 PM PST, VIA WEBINAR
REGISTER: https://ow.ly/9JLH50XpCPI
Today on #IndigenousVeteransDay, we honour First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people who served in the military, often without recognition or equal rights. Many returned home to face ongoing injustice and denial of basic freedoms.
November 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Today on #IndigenousVeteransDay, we honour First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people who served in the military, often without recognition or equal rights. Many returned home to face ongoing injustice and denial of basic freedoms.
On the BC Human Rights Tribunal: Laura Track, CLAS' Director of the Human Rights Clinic, examines what’s gone wrong, and what must change in this BarTalk article:
bartalk.org/article/the-profession/systemic-delays-at-the-bc-human-rights-tribunal
bartalk.org/article/the-profession/systemic-delays-at-the-bc-human-rights-tribunal
October 27, 2025 at 6:33 PM
On the BC Human Rights Tribunal: Laura Track, CLAS' Director of the Human Rights Clinic, examines what’s gone wrong, and what must change in this BarTalk article:
bartalk.org/article/the-profession/systemic-delays-at-the-bc-human-rights-tribunal
bartalk.org/article/the-profession/systemic-delays-at-the-bc-human-rights-tribunal
Everybody has a right to a safe workplace free from sexist comments and attitudes.
Experiencing #sexualharassment? Contact #SHARPWorkplaces for FREE confidential legal advice.
Call 604-673-3143 or learn more: clasbc.net/get-legal-he...
#WorkplaceRights #BeInformedBeSHARP
Experiencing #sexualharassment? Contact #SHARPWorkplaces for FREE confidential legal advice.
Call 604-673-3143 or learn more: clasbc.net/get-legal-he...
#WorkplaceRights #BeInformedBeSHARP
October 27, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Everybody has a right to a safe workplace free from sexist comments and attitudes.
Experiencing #sexualharassment? Contact #SHARPWorkplaces for FREE confidential legal advice.
Call 604-673-3143 or learn more: clasbc.net/get-legal-he...
#WorkplaceRights #BeInformedBeSHARP
Experiencing #sexualharassment? Contact #SHARPWorkplaces for FREE confidential legal advice.
Call 604-673-3143 or learn more: clasbc.net/get-legal-he...
#WorkplaceRights #BeInformedBeSHARP
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is a time to celebrate the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and hope over despair. To everyone celebrating, may this season bring you peace, joy, and renewed light.
October 20, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is a time to celebrate the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and hope over despair. To everyone celebrating, may this season bring you peace, joy, and renewed light.
International Day of the Girl Child celebrates girls’ voices, leadership and potential, while reflecting on the barriers still faced: Inequality, discrimination and threats to safety simply because of gender. We believe all girls deserve safety, opportunity and legal protection.
October 11, 2025 at 7:30 PM
International Day of the Girl Child celebrates girls’ voices, leadership and potential, while reflecting on the barriers still faced: Inequality, discrimination and threats to safety simply because of gender. We believe all girls deserve safety, opportunity and legal protection.
World Mental Health Day reminds us that mental health services must be accessible, even in emergencies & instability. At CLAS, we fight for rights that matter, safe housing, legal protection, access to help, when people are most vulnerable.
#WMHD25 #WorldMentalHealthDay
#WMHD25 #WorldMentalHealthDay
October 10, 2025 at 6:45 PM
World Mental Health Day reminds us that mental health services must be accessible, even in emergencies & instability. At CLAS, we fight for rights that matter, safe housing, legal protection, access to help, when people are most vulnerable.
#WMHD25 #WorldMentalHealthDay
#WMHD25 #WorldMentalHealthDay
#SHARPWorkplaces now offers public legal education with specialized modules on workplace #sexual harassment.
Organizations & groups: Ready to collaborate? We can bring this training to you. Call 604-673-3143 or email [email protected]
#BeInformedBeSHARP
Organizations & groups: Ready to collaborate? We can bring this training to you. Call 604-673-3143 or email [email protected]
#BeInformedBeSHARP
October 8, 2025 at 8:21 PM
#SHARPWorkplaces now offers public legal education with specialized modules on workplace #sexual harassment.
Organizations & groups: Ready to collaborate? We can bring this training to you. Call 604-673-3143 or email [email protected]
#BeInformedBeSHARP
Organizations & groups: Ready to collaborate? We can bring this training to you. Call 604-673-3143 or email [email protected]
#BeInformedBeSHARP
Together, let’s honour lives stolen, stand with survivors and families, and push for real change. The National Association of Friendship Centres has shared ways to get involved — see the image for more.
#MMIWG2S #MMIGActionNow #Sisterinspirit
#MMIWG2S #MMIGActionNow #Sisterinspirit
October 4, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Together, let’s honour lives stolen, stand with survivors and families, and push for real change. The National Association of Friendship Centres has shared ways to get involved — see the image for more.
#MMIWG2S #MMIGActionNow #Sisterinspirit
#MMIWG2S #MMIGActionNow #Sisterinspirit
National Seniors Day celebrates the strength and contributions of older adults in our communities, and affirms that respect and dignity are rights — not privileges.
#NationalSeniorsDay
#NationalSeniorsDay
October 1, 2025 at 5:04 PM
National Seniors Day celebrates the strength and contributions of older adults in our communities, and affirms that respect and dignity are rights — not privileges.
#NationalSeniorsDay
#NationalSeniorsDay
October is Women’s History Month: a time to celebrate, reflect, and commit to equity. For key milestones in women’s rights and equality, visit: canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/commemorations-celebrations/womens-history-month.html
October 1, 2025 at 4:44 PM
October is Women’s History Month: a time to celebrate, reflect, and commit to equity. For key milestones in women’s rights and equality, visit: canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/commemorations-celebrations/womens-history-month.html
Unwanted attention making you uncomfortable at work? #SHARPWorkplaces can help. We offer FREE confidential legal advice to anyone experiencing workplace #sexualharassment in BC.
Call 604-673-3143 or learn more: ow.ly/Jv8W50WTnwg
#BeInformedBeSHARP
Call 604-673-3143 or learn more: ow.ly/Jv8W50WTnwg
#BeInformedBeSHARP
September 24, 2025 at 11:53 PM
Unwanted attention making you uncomfortable at work? #SHARPWorkplaces can help. We offer FREE confidential legal advice to anyone experiencing workplace #sexualharassment in BC.
Call 604-673-3143 or learn more: ow.ly/Jv8W50WTnwg
#BeInformedBeSHARP
Call 604-673-3143 or learn more: ow.ly/Jv8W50WTnwg
#BeInformedBeSHARP
Losing your job because of your age.
Being denied housing because of a disability.
Refused service because of your race.
These are just some of the situations BC’s Human Rights Code protects against.
Being denied housing because of a disability.
Refused service because of your race.
These are just some of the situations BC’s Human Rights Code protects against.
September 23, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Losing your job because of your age.
Being denied housing because of a disability.
Refused service because of your race.
These are just some of the situations BC’s Human Rights Code protects against.
Being denied housing because of a disability.
Refused service because of your race.
These are just some of the situations BC’s Human Rights Code protects against.
Gender equality doesn’t have a finish line; we must continue to build toward it. This #GenderEqualityWeek, we honour progress and confront the barriers that still block safety, dignity, and opportunity for women, girls, and gender-diverse people.
September 22, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Gender equality doesn’t have a finish line; we must continue to build toward it. This #GenderEqualityWeek, we honour progress and confront the barriers that still block safety, dignity, and opportunity for women, girls, and gender-diverse people.
“That’s not discrimination… is it?”
Many people aren’t sure what counts under BC’s Human Rights Code and end up missing opportunities to take action.
Many people aren’t sure what counts under BC’s Human Rights Code and end up missing opportunities to take action.
September 15, 2025 at 4:56 PM
“That’s not discrimination… is it?”
Many people aren’t sure what counts under BC’s Human Rights Code and end up missing opportunities to take action.
Many people aren’t sure what counts under BC’s Human Rights Code and end up missing opportunities to take action.
Uncomfortable at work because of inappropriate comments, “compliments” or “jokes”?
You’re not being “too sensitive” – sexual harassment is against the law.
Get free legal advice, from #SHARPWorkplaces at 604-673-3143. Learn more: ow.ly/RqTH50WTnyX
#BeInformedBeSHARP
You’re not being “too sensitive” – sexual harassment is against the law.
Get free legal advice, from #SHARPWorkplaces at 604-673-3143. Learn more: ow.ly/RqTH50WTnyX
#BeInformedBeSHARP
September 11, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Uncomfortable at work because of inappropriate comments, “compliments” or “jokes”?
You’re not being “too sensitive” – sexual harassment is against the law.
Get free legal advice, from #SHARPWorkplaces at 604-673-3143. Learn more: ow.ly/RqTH50WTnyX
#BeInformedBeSHARP
You’re not being “too sensitive” – sexual harassment is against the law.
Get free legal advice, from #SHARPWorkplaces at 604-673-3143. Learn more: ow.ly/RqTH50WTnyX
#BeInformedBeSHARP
Led by an experienced human rights lawyer, register today: eventbrite.com/e/human-rights-basics-free-online-lunch-and-learn-tickets-1505293817329
September 8, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Led by an experienced human rights lawyer, register today: eventbrite.com/e/human-rights-basics-free-online-lunch-and-learn-tickets-1505293817329
➡️ਸਾਡਾ ਸਰਵੇ ਹੁਣ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਵੀ ਉਪਲਬਧ ਹੈ । ਇਸ ਨੂੰ ਇੱਥੋਂ ਲੱਭੋ: forms.office.com/r/2422MJgFx2
Complete our anonymous survey now available in PUNJABI. Your voice matters!
#SpeakOut #AwaazUthao #EndGBV
Complete our anonymous survey now available in PUNJABI. Your voice matters!
#SpeakOut #AwaazUthao #EndGBV
August 19, 2025 at 9:34 PM
➡️ਸਾਡਾ ਸਰਵੇ ਹੁਣ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਵੀ ਉਪਲਬਧ ਹੈ । ਇਸ ਨੂੰ ਇੱਥੋਂ ਲੱਭੋ: forms.office.com/r/2422MJgFx2
Complete our anonymous survey now available in PUNJABI. Your voice matters!
#SpeakOut #AwaazUthao #EndGBV
Complete our anonymous survey now available in PUNJABI. Your voice matters!
#SpeakOut #AwaazUthao #EndGBV
📢 Speak Out: Ending GBV is hosting a webinar with QMUNITY on gender-based violence and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).
📅 Thursday, September 4 at 3:00 PM via WEBINAR
Register: ow.ly/f07b50WGj24
📅 Thursday, September 4 at 3:00 PM via WEBINAR
Register: ow.ly/f07b50WGj24
August 15, 2025 at 4:50 PM
📢 Speak Out: Ending GBV is hosting a webinar with QMUNITY on gender-based violence and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).
📅 Thursday, September 4 at 3:00 PM via WEBINAR
Register: ow.ly/f07b50WGj24
📅 Thursday, September 4 at 3:00 PM via WEBINAR
Register: ow.ly/f07b50WGj24
BC is considering exempting supportive housing from the Residential Tenancy Act, removing vital tenant protections.
August 12, 2025 at 6:16 PM
BC is considering exempting supportive housing from the Residential Tenancy Act, removing vital tenant protections.
Now more than ever, Pride is about more than celebration. It’s a stand against rising hate and discrimination.
Show up, celebrate, resist. Here’s what’s on for Vancouver Pride 2025: bit.ly/VancouverPrideEvents
#Pride2025 #VancouverPride
Show up, celebrate, resist. Here’s what’s on for Vancouver Pride 2025: bit.ly/VancouverPrideEvents
#Pride2025 #VancouverPride
August 2, 2025 at 11:58 PM
Now more than ever, Pride is about more than celebration. It’s a stand against rising hate and discrimination.
Show up, celebrate, resist. Here’s what’s on for Vancouver Pride 2025: bit.ly/VancouverPrideEvents
#Pride2025 #VancouverPride
Show up, celebrate, resist. Here’s what’s on for Vancouver Pride 2025: bit.ly/VancouverPrideEvents
#Pride2025 #VancouverPride
Have you been asked to sign an NDA after reporting harassment, discrimination, or other mistreatment?
We want to hear from you, confidentially and safely.
Take our anonymous survey today: clasbc.net/speak-out
#NDAs #SpeakOut
We want to hear from you, confidentially and safely.
Take our anonymous survey today: clasbc.net/speak-out
#NDAs #SpeakOut
July 22, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Have you been asked to sign an NDA after reporting harassment, discrimination, or other mistreatment?
We want to hear from you, confidentially and safely.
Take our anonymous survey today: clasbc.net/speak-out
#NDAs #SpeakOut
We want to hear from you, confidentially and safely.
Take our anonymous survey today: clasbc.net/speak-out
#NDAs #SpeakOut
Notre sondage est disponible en français. Retrouvez-le ici: forms.office.com/r/b0yWMQUGaa
Complete our anonymous survey now available in FRENCH. Your voice matters!
#francophoneBC #FrancophonieCanadienne #femmesfrancophonesaucanada
Complete our anonymous survey now available in FRENCH. Your voice matters!
#francophoneBC #FrancophonieCanadienne #femmesfrancophonesaucanada
July 15, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Notre sondage est disponible en français. Retrouvez-le ici: forms.office.com/r/b0yWMQUGaa
Complete our anonymous survey now available in FRENCH. Your voice matters!
#francophoneBC #FrancophonieCanadienne #femmesfrancophonesaucanada
Complete our anonymous survey now available in FRENCH. Your voice matters!
#francophoneBC #FrancophonieCanadienne #femmesfrancophonesaucanada
Have you ever signed a document that made you question whether you could share your experience with anyone?
We're gathering anonymous input to guide real change around NDAs and GBV. Take our anonymous survey today: clasbc.net/speak-out
#SpeakOut #YourVoiceMatters
We're gathering anonymous input to guide real change around NDAs and GBV. Take our anonymous survey today: clasbc.net/speak-out
#SpeakOut #YourVoiceMatters
July 4, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Have you ever signed a document that made you question whether you could share your experience with anyone?
We're gathering anonymous input to guide real change around NDAs and GBV. Take our anonymous survey today: clasbc.net/speak-out
#SpeakOut #YourVoiceMatters
We're gathering anonymous input to guide real change around NDAs and GBV. Take our anonymous survey today: clasbc.net/speak-out
#SpeakOut #YourVoiceMatters