B.C.’s Human Rights Code
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What is protected?
In B.C., the Human Rights Code protects you from discrimination based on parts of your identity.
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Recorded education sessions and resources
We offer free, introductory educational sessions about B.C.’s Human Rights Code.
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Employer responsibilities
Employers are responsible under B.C.’s Human Rights Code to uphold workers’ human rights and provide a work environment that is free from discrimination.
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Special programs for workplaces
A “special program” is any program adopted to improve conditions for an individual or group that has faced disadvantage.
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Worker rights
Workers have rights under B.C.’s Human Rights Code which must be respected and upheld at work.
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Landlord responsibilities
Landlords or rental property managers are responsible under B.C.’s Human Rights Code to uphold renters’ human rights.
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Renter rights
Renters have rights under B.C.’s Human Rights Code that must be respected and upheld where they rent.
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Service provider responsibilities
Service providers have responsibilities under B.C.’s Human Rights Code.
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Service-related rights
When accessing or trying to access services that are publicly available, you have the right to have your human rights respected and upheld.
