Understanding Discrimination
Discrimination occurs when someone is treated unfairly or differently due to characteristics such as race, age, gender, disability, or religion. This unequal treatment can impact opportunities in employment, housing, services, and more.
In Canada, everyone has the right to be treated equally under the law, and the Canadian Human Rights Act protects against discrimination. The Act ensures individuals have equal access to workplaces, services, and opportunities, free from bias or prejudice.
Types of discrimination can be direct, where someone is openly treated unfairly, or systemic, where policies or practices unintentionally disadvantage certain groups. Harassment and hate messages are also forms of discrimination that violate human rights.
To learn more about your rights and how to address discrimination, visit the full guide provided by the Canadian Human Rights Commission here.
