Rights and Responsibilities Zines

The Gender Expression and Identity zine was created by the Yukon Human Rights Commission to provide more information, based in current Canadian human rights law, about one of the 14 protected characteristics listed in the Yukon Human Rights Act. Keep your eye out for more zines about rights and responsibilities specific to the characteristics protected…

We are hiring: Senior Investigator

Senior Investigator The Yukon Human Rights Commission is looking for someone with a human rights background to join our team as Senior Investigator. The incumbent will play a key role in fulfilling the inquiry and complaint processes mandated by our governing laws and policies, as well as promoting the implementation of leading practices, work closely…

We are hiring: Administrative Officer

The Yukon Human Rights Commission is seeking an Administrative Officer to join our team. We are looking for someone with 1-3 years of experience with this type of work, the ability to multi-task, and excellent communication skills. Knowledge of human rights law in Canada or a second official language are assets! Reporting to the Director…

Yukon Human Rights Commission collaborates with Gwaandak Theatre – CBC Interview

CBC’s Dave White recently interviewed Human Rights Officer Tory Russell and Gwaandak Theatre’s Artistic Director, Colin Wolf, to learn more about an exciting upcoming joint film production. The Yukon Human Rights Commission commissioned Gwaandak Theatre to produce an educational theatre piece to present at our upcoming virtual conference, KNOW MORE!. Written by playwright Wren Brian,…