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COMMISSION NEWSLETTER
Read the June 21, 2022 regular issue of the Commission newsletter.
CHIEF'S MESSAGE REGARDING CANADA'S NEW ACCESSIBILITY COMMISSIONER
Read a message from the Chief of the Commission and Tribunals.
CALL FOR ART SUBMISSIONSThe Alberta Human Rights Commission is inviting all Indigenous artists from Alberta to submit a piece of artwork that embodies our organization's ongoing commitment to addressing human rights issues that impact Indigenous people. Artists can find the details of this "Call for Art Submissions" here. CHIEF'S MESSAGE REGARDING UNMARKED GRAVES AT GROUARD RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL IN ALBERTARead a
message from the Chief of the Commission and Tribunals.
ORDER IN COUNCIL APPOINTS NEW CHIEF OF THE COMMISSION AND TRIBUNALSOn November 24, 2021, Kathryn Oviatt was
appointed as Chief of the Commission and Tribunals. Following the
retirement of outgoing Chief Michael Gottheil, Ms. Oviatt's term will begin on January 14, 2022.
Read more about Ms. Oviatt.
COMMISSION LAUNCHES INDIGENOUS HUMAN RIGHTS STRATEGYThe Alberta Human Rights Commission has a long history of engagement with and commitment to Indigenous Peoples in Alberta. In advancing this work, the Commission has developed, with community feedback, its
Indigenous Human Rights Strategy to address and reduce systemic discrimination against Indigenous people; ensure its programs, services, and operations are accessible, meaningful, responsive, and culturally relevant to Indigenous people; and to strengthen and expand relationships with Indigenous communities and organizations. An
Indigenous Advisory Circle will support and inform the Strategy's implementation.
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ABOUT THE COMMISSIONThe Alberta Human Rights Commission is an independent commission of the Government of Alberta. Our mandate is to foster equality and reduce discrimination. We provide public information and education programs, and help Albertans resolve human rights complaints.
The Human Rights Education and Multiculturalism Fund has provided funding for this website.
Revised: June 21, 2022
Our vision
is a vibrant and inclusive Alberta where the rich diversity of people is celebrated and respected, and where everyone has the opportunity to fully participate in society, free from discrimination.