Human Rights + Discrimination

Human Rights + Discrimination
Written By Kenneth King

Everyone deserves a workplace that is safe, respectful, and free from discrimination. PortaLaw helps employees and employers understand how human rights laws apply in real workplace situations across BC.

What you’ll find in our Human Rights + Discrimination category

  • Workplace Discrimination and Harassment: Learn what legally qualifies as harassment or discrimination under BC’s Human Rights Code.

  • Human Rights Complaints: Understand how to file a complaint with the Human Rights Tribunal of BC and what to expect from the process.

  • Inclusive Workplace Policies: Guidance on creating respectful workplace policies that meet legal obligations and reduce risk.

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Pride: Key Dates in Canada’s Queer History
Pride: Key Dates in Canada’s Queer History

Happy Pride Month: Key dates in queer history in Canada

Erin Brandt on Podcast: How Employment Law Affects Immigrants
Erin Brandt on Podcast: How Employment Law Affects Immigrants

Erin Brandt joined the Borderlines podcast to discuss employment law issues for immigrants, covering employer obligations, hiring practices, and discrimination based on immigration status.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

We hope you will join us in taking this opportunity to listen, learn, and contribute to the path of reconciliation.

Indigenous Communities Conference
Indigenous Communities Conference

Paula Krawus and James Hsu presented at the Infonex Human Resource Management for Indigenous Communities Conference on Utilizing Employment Documents within Indigenous Workplaces. They covered workplace policies and provided a refresher on significant areas of risk that employment agreements should address.

Erin Brandt presenting at: The Legality of Combatting Antisemitism
Erin Brandt presenting at: The Legality of Combatting Antisemitism

Erin Brandt amongst esteemed panelists at the upcoming seminar: The Legality of Combatting Antisemitism

Pro Bono against antisemitism and Islamophobia
Pro Bono against antisemitism and Islamophobia

PortaLaw is offering pro bono consultations for workers and employers experiencing antisemitism and/or Islamophobia in the workplace

Pro Bono Consultations
Pro Bono Consultations

Free legal consults for Ukrainian refugees and BC employers looking to hire Ukrainian refugees.

Celebrating Women’s History Month
Celebrating Women’s History Month
Pro Bono for Anti-Racism
Pro Bono for Anti-Racism

Free legal consults for folks discriminated against at work based on race, colour, ancestry or place of origin.

Pro Bono for Pride
Pro Bono for Pride

Free legal consults for folks discriminated against at work based on sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

Other categories to explore:
Employee Rights + Guidance | Employment Standards | Employer Obligations + Guidance

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