Human Rights

Human rights belong to all British Columbians. They are fundamental to creating and sustaining a fair and civilised society, and they help to ensure that all British Columbians can participate fully in the economic, social, political and cultural life of the province.

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Human rights protection

British Columbia has a law to protect and promote human rights. It is called the B.C. Human Rights Code or the Code. The Code helps to protect you from discrimination and harassment.

Ending mandatory retirement

British Columbia’s Human Rights Code protects all people 19 and over from discrimination because of their age.

Human Rights Protection

Learn more about human rights protection in British Columbia.

BC Human Rights Tribunal

The Human Rights Tribunal mediates and adjudicates complaints under the Human Rights Code.

BC Human Rights Clinic

The Human Rights Clinic assists people who need help dealing with a provincial human rights complaint.