Mask Wearing Complaints During the COVID-19 pandemic, the government has made public health orders requiring masks in some settings. Many people are filing complaints related to mask wearing when seeking services. Often,…
November 25, 2021 The government amended the Human Rights Code effective November 25, 2021 to add Indigenous identity as a ground of discrimination. In Expanding Our Vision: Cultural Equality & Indigenous…
August 16, 2021 The Tribunal has introduced a new logo. July 28, 2021 BCHRT’s Annual Report 2020-2021 has been filed with the Clerk of the Legislative Assembly and is now available to…
April 28, 2021 Re: Expectations of Counsel The purpose of this notice is to draw counsel’s attention to the obligations to conduct themselves in a respectful, trauma-informed manner when appearing…
The Tribunal welcomes two new members to our team: Simmy Chauhan and Jessica Derynck. Ms. Chauhan and Ms. Derynck were both appointed as full-time Tribunal Members for six month terms…
March 22, 2021 Tribunal will set automatic mediation dates starting April 6, 2021. When the Tribunal notifies the parties that a complaint is proceeding, it will set a mediation date.…
February 26, 2021 The Tribunal has adopted a Mediation Policy, which covers: The Tribunal updated the Agreement to Participate in Mediation to add clause 3, which addresses standards of conduct in mediation. February…
September 22, 2020 The Tribunal has issued a Guide to On-line Hearings and Microsoft Teams Participant Instructions. These guides contain practical information that will help participants prepare for video hearings at the Tribunal. …
November 7, 2019 The Tribunal has a new practice direction on applications to dismiss against individual respondents. July 17, 2019 BCHRT’s Annual Report 2018-2019 has been filed with the Clerk of the…
November 27, 2018 The Human Rights Amendment Act, 2018 (Bill 50), received Royal Assent today. The following amendments come into effect on Royal Assent Some amendments will come into effect by…