Pooranlaw has gathered a wealth of resources and links for clients seeking information regarding information about Human Rights Law in Ontario, all in a single location for ease of reference. Check back here often for updates on recent legislative developments and the latest in free reference material.
Legislation
Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO): http://www.sjto.gov.on.ca/HRTO/
Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC): http://www.ohrc.on.ca/en
Human Rights Legal Support Centre (HRLSC): www.hrlsc.on.ca/en/welcome
Key Policies
OHRC Policy on Accessible Education for Students with Disabilities: http://www.ohrc.on.ca/en/policy-accessible-education-students-disabilities
OHRC Policy on Ableism and Discrimination Based on Disability: http://www.ohrc.on.ca/en/policy-ableism-and-discrimination-based-disability
OHRC Policy Position on sexualized and gender-specific dress codes: http://www.ohrc.on.ca/en/ohrc-policy-position-sexualized-and-gender-specific-dress-codes
OHRC Policy on Preventing Discrimination based on Mental Health Disabilities and Additions: http://www.ohrc.on.ca/en/policy-preventing-discrimination-based-mental-health-disabilities-and-addictions
OHRC Policy on Removing the “Canadian Experience” Barrier: www.ohrc.on.ca/en/policy-removing-“canadian-experience”-barrier
HRLSC Eligibility Policy: http://www.hrlsc.on.ca/en/our-services/eligibility-criteria
Additional Resources
HRTO ‘Application Process’: www.sjto.gov.on.ca/hrto/application-and-hearing-process/
The Ontario Human Rights Commission has recorded webinars and e-courses on human rights and the Human Rights Code:
Webinars: www.ohrc.on.ca/en/learning/webinars/recorded
E-Courses: www.ohrc.on.ca/en/learning/learning
Brochures, fact sheets, guides: www.ohrc.on.ca/en/our_work/brochures_factsheets
