The Canadian Human Rights Commission is an independent body established by Parliament in 1977.  It carries out its mandate at arms-length from the Government of Canada.

 

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.

 

The Canadian Human Rights Commission and the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal are separate and independent entities.