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BC’s Anti-Racism Hotline offers free, confidential support to people who have experienced or witnessed racism. Callers can receive information, referrals, and, in some cases, legal information through CLAS’s Human Rights Clinic.

Racism is a systemic issue that shapes who is believed, who is protected, and who is left without recourse. During Anti-Racism Awareness Week, the focus turns to those structures in housing, employment, healthcare and access to justice.

CLAS’s Human Rights Clinic provides free legal advice and representation to people in BC who have experienced discrimination under the BC Human Rights Code. The clinic helps individuals understand their rights and navigate the Human Rights Tribunal process.

Disability-related discrimination remains one of the most common issues raised under the BC Human Rights Code. Through our Human Rights Clinic, CLAS supports individuals navigating these challenges, helping them understand their rights and options.

National AccessAbility Week is an opportunity to recognize the contributions of people with disabilities and reflect on the barriers that continue to limit full participation.

Today is Int'l Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia & Transphobia. As 2SLGBTQIA+ communities face increased hostility & attacks on their rights, allyship cannot be passive. We must speak up, stand with communities, and support access to safety, dignity, and justice.

Our office will be closed Monday, May 18 for Victoria Day. Wishing everyone a restful long weekend.

Through SHARP Workplaces, CLAS offers free, confidential legal advice to people in BC facing workplace sexual harassment: clasbc.net/get-legal-help… Learn more about Moose Hide Day, visit: moosehidecampaign.ca

At CLAS, we see how violence and inequality are shaped by broader systems, and we work to ensure people have access to legal protections and support when their rights are at risk.

Moose Hide Campaign Day began as a grassroots movement to end violence against women and children, grounded in Indigenous teachings and community leadership. The moose hide pin is a symbol of commitment to honour, respect, and take action against gender-based violence.

When you contact SHARP Workplaces, you can speak to legal professionals who understand workplace sexual harassment and what can be done about it, at no cost to you. Learn more on our website: clasbc.net/get-legal-help… #BeInformedBeSHARP #MeToo #sexualharassment

Seeking a full-time articling student for 2027/28! Gain hands-on experience in public interest law with CLAS. Apply here: clasbc.net/wp-content/upl…

Red Dress Day commemorates Métis artist Jaime Black’s REDress Project, which displayed empty red dresses in public to represent the lives of #MMIWG2S+. The dresses are a reminder of violence rooted in colonialism, racism & gender-based discrimination, a powerful call for justice.

Wishing a meaningful Lag B’Omer to all who observe. May it be a time of connection and shared tradition.

Access to stable housing, income, and support systems plays a critical role in mental health. Mental Health Week highlights the need to address these broader conditions and ensure people have meaningful access to care, protection, and dignity.

International Workers’ Day focuses on the rights & protections that should come with the work that shapes our daily lives. Advancing workers’ rights means ensuring people can access information, support & legal protections.

A time to recognize the histories, cultures, and contributions of Asian communities across Canada, May is Asian Heritage Month. It’s also an opportunity to reflect on the ongoing impacts of exclusion, racism and violence, & the ongoing work needed to build more equitable systems.

Journey to Freedom Day marks the Komagata Maru’s arrival in 1914 and the injustice faced by its passengers, denied entry due to racist laws. It reminds us to confront this history and continue working toward a more just and inclusive society.