The Ontario human rights system has existed in its current form for 40 years. Over the years, the Human Rights Code has offered protections that coincide with the evolution of society. The basic model for human rights in Ontario, however, has remained unchanged.
Many believe that the human rights system must be strengthened so that the dignity of all is recognized. The Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC), for instance, believes that much more can be done and has embraced the recent commitment of the Attorney General (who has the responsibility for any changes to the Code) to review and strengthen Ontario’s human rights system.
The OHRC has broad powers to strengthen human rights in Ontario via section 29 of the Code. In light of this mandate, on August 23, 2005 the OHRC initiated a consultation about Ontario’s human rights system.
To read the consultation report, please click the link below.
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