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To support this work, the OHRC encourages individuals and organizations to use its Human Rights-Based Approach (HRBA) tool for practical guidance to design inclusive, intentional policies and programs which meet Ontario’s human rights obligations — including obligations

The OHRC calls on governments, organizations, and workplaces across Ontario to take meaningful, sustained action to #FightRacism. The Ontario Human Rights Code (the Code) protects people from racial discrimination.

Today, on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, the OHRC reaffirms its shared responsibility to tackle discrimination across the province.

It was a pleasure to lead professional learning on teaching Black Canadian history!

Ed Pottinger, the co-founder of The Real Jerk, passed away last week. Still miss the Riverside corner spot, it was such a landmark. As for the current Gerrard location, it's now run by a manager so the restaurant will continue to operate. thestar.com/gift-redeem?t=…

Allison has dedicated her career to amplifying diverse voices and creating learning environments where every student feels valued and empowered. Congratulations to #CatholicTeacher Allison Parsons, recipient of the Fintan Kilbride Memorial Social Justice Award! #OECTAAGM26

@ONeducation Read our submission: bit.ly/4uknq5q

@ONeducation The OHRC continues to urge the government to consider human rights implications of police programming in educational settings concern systemic discrimination in policing and evidence of disproportionate impacts of such programs on children.

The OHRC recently made a submission to @ONEducation regarding a proposed regulation under the Education Act which would govern police programming in schools.

Gender justice at work didn’t appear overnight. Union women organized, bargained, and fought for it. On March 11, hear from women across Canada’s labour movement about how we’re defending hard-won gains, and pushing the fight forward. RSVP: bit.ly/RISEUPCLC

This weekend marked #InternationalWomensDay! This year’s theme, #GiveToGain, reminds us to continue to uplift & invest in the women who support our communities. When women thrive, we all rise! #CatholicTeachers continue to celebrate the achievements of women worldwide! #OntEd

#InternationalWomensDay helps foster change to empower women, promote equality, and build workplaces where women thrive. These members of the Ontario District Council of the International Ladies' Garment Workers' Union championed those values in 1990. #IWD2026

On March 8, people around the world mark International Women’s Day – not just as a celebration, but as a day of resistance. 🔗 Join Amnesty International and take action to uphold women’s rights in countries worldwide amnesty.ca/international-… #InternationalWomensDay #IWD

Happening tomorrow! #CatholicTeachers This #WebEx is designed to address anti-Black racism in classrooms by providing practical strategies to enhance participants’ teaching methods by challenging monolithic thinking. Space is limited! catholicteachers.ca/For-Your-Class…

Want to stand in solidarity with OECTA Black teachers & support the call for greater representation? Consider purchasing a Black Teachers Matter button & help amplify this important message! Together, our collective actions can make a meaningful impact. Order 🔗 link in comments.

Happening next week! #CatholicTeachers This #WebEx is designed to address anti-Black racism in classrooms by providing practical strategies to enhance participants’ teaching methods by challenging monolithic thinking. Space is limited! bit.ly/43e3VzT