Human rights

Human rights belong to all people in British Columbia. They are fundamental to creating and sustaining a fair and just society. They help to ensure that all people in B.C. 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.

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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.

Office of the Human Rights Commissioner

B.C.'s Office of the Human Rights Commissioner (BCOHRC) is an independent office of the legislature responsible for promoting and protecting human rights in our province.

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The B.C. Public Service acknowledges the territories of First Nations around B.C. and is grateful to carry out our work on these lands. We acknowledge the rights, interests, priorities, and concerns of all Indigenous Peoples - First Nations, Métis, and Inuit - respecting and acknowledging their distinct cultures, histories, rights, laws, and governments.