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As part of their tenth anniversary celebrations, the NWT Human Rights Commission presents Rob “KASP” Sawan, an award-winning Aboriginal musician who will be giving motivational talks and performances to youth in communities across the NWT. KASP will be performing in the following communities: HAY RIVER at the Soaring Eagle Friendship Centre Monday, October 27 BEHCHOKO at the Cultural … Read more The NWT Human Rights Commission presents Award-Winning Hip-Hop Artist KASP

The Canadian Association of Statutory Human Rights Agencies (CASHRA) urges the Government of Canada to work with Aboriginal peoples’ organizations to develop and implement a national action plan that would focus on addressing and preventing the root causes of violence against Aboriginal women and girls, including poverty and systemic discrimination. It further calls on the Government to establish an … Read more Canadian Human Rights Agencies Call for Action

The NWT Human Rights Commission is pleased to announce that the CIBC Yellowknife Branch is the recipient of a new award, the first ever Human Rights Commission Accessibility Award.  This 2012 award recognizes a public service provider that has improved accessibility for clients or customers with disabilities.  By installing a well-designed ramp, the CIBC has … Read more CIBC Yellowknife Wins 2012 Accessibility Award

Human Rights Agencies call on Governments across Canada to Implement the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Marking December 3rd United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Canadian Association of Statutory Human Rights Agencies (CASHRA) today launched its new brochure, Canada and the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons … Read more Human Rights Agencies call on Government of Canada to Implement the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities