OHRC welcomes Interim Chief Commissioner
The Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) welcomes the appointment of Ena Chadha as Interim Chief Commissioner, effective July 22, 2020.
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Renu Mandhane appointed to Superior Court of Justice of Ontario
Today, the Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada appointed Renu Mandhane a Judge of the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario (Brampton) effective immediately. The Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) congratulates the Honourable Madam Justice Mandhane on her appointment.
OHRC statement on Integrity Commissioner’s determination on part-time Commissioner conflict of interest
Today, the Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) received a copy of the determination of Integrity Commissioner, the Honourable J. David Wake about the appointment of Police Constable Randall Arsenault as a part-time Commissioner. The determination was also shared with the Attorney General.
OHRC engages with community leaders at 3rd annual summit
At its third annual Community Advisory Summit, the Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) heard from grassroots community leaders about their pressing concerns, including impunity for hate and discrimination experienced by racialized and religious communities, marginalization and exclusion of people living in poverty, and a lack of genuine commitment to Indigenous reconciliation.
Second annual Community Advisory Group summit shows the power of “working together as one”
At the second annual OHRC Community Advisory Group Summit, on November 20 and 21, 2018, approximately 40 representatives serving diverse communities across Ontario offered their expertise, lived experience and insight on commitments made in the OHRC’s 2017-2022 Strategic Plan, Putting people and their rights at the centre.
What does the Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) do?
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I am a student interested in human rights. How can I get a work placement with the OHRC? Can I volunteer?
From: Frequently asked questions
Students often come to us through OPS programs for youth and new professionals. Visit the Youth and New Professionals portal on the OPS Careers website to learn about internships, co-ops and summer employment opportunities.
How do I apply for a job at the OHRC?
From: Frequently asked questions
Job opportunities at the Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) are filled through a competitive process. Visit www.gojobs.gov.on.ca to search the latest job posts.
The gojobs website includes most Ontario Public Service (OPS) employment opportunities open to the public.
Where do I get the forms to file a human rights complaint?
From: Frequently asked questions
In the Human Rights System complaints are called “applications”. You can download application forms from the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario.
I think my human rights have been violated. What should I do?
From: Frequently asked questions
We do not deal with individual complaints (known as applications) at the OHRC.
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