In celebrating Asian Heritage Month, we reflect on the many cultures, histories, and contributions that Asian Canadians have provided our nation. This month serves as an opportunity to acknowledge and honour the invaluable impact of Asian Canadians on Canada’s development and growth. Throughout history, Asian Canadians have faced challenges and adversity, including discriminatory policies such … Read more
Transgender Day of Visibility is an opportunity to learn about the challenges facing the transgender community and support the right of all transgender people in Canada to be treated equally. It is an occasion to recognize and celebrate the strength, resilience, and diverse contributions of transgender people to our families, communities, and to the Northwest … Read more
The NWT Human Rights Commission is committed to the principles of equality, justice, and dignity for all. March 21st is International Day Against Racial Discrimination. Our societies are still afflicted by racial prejudice which can lead to discrimination. Prejudice is a belief that is often based on misinformation or negative stereotypes. Racial prejudice can often … Read more