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The Canadian Human Rights Commission administers the Canadian Human Rights Act and is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Employment Equity Act. Both laws ensure that the principles of equal opportunity and non-discrimination are followed in all areas of federal jurisdiction.
 
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12/03/2010United Nations’ Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
15/02/2010Canadian Human Rights Tribunal decision in Hughes v. Elections Canada.
03/02/2010Policy on the Application of Section 13
03/02/2010Canadian Human Rights Tribunal decision in Gravel, Shelley Ann v. Public Service Commission of Canada
01/02/2010Canadian Human Rights Tribunal decision in Douglas, Wayne v. SLH Transport Inc.
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In 1970, Ontario becomes the first province to pass a law guaranteeing a blind person the legal right to be accompanied by a specially trained dog guide in all facilities open to the public.
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Last Updated: 2010-03-09
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