Justice must be accessible to everyone. On the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, we honour the resilience, knowledge, and leadership of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples, and reaffirm our commitment to advancing human rights and improving access to justice.

Unwanted attention making you uncomfortable at work? #SHARPWorkplaces can help. We offer FREE confidential legal advice to anyone experiencing workplace #sexualharassment in BC. Call 604-673-3143 or learn more: https://ow.ly/Jv8W50WTnwg #BeInformedBeSHARP

Last week’s decision marked a significant milestone for our client, the Council of Canadians with Disabilities (CCD), whose decade-long challenge has resulted in an important advancement for the rights of people involuntarily detained under BC's Mental Health Act.

CLAS will be closed today in observance of BC Day, our offices will reopen on Tuesday, August 4. We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable long weekend.

Happy Vancouver Pride! Today is a celebration of community, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equality. We stand with 2SLGBTQIA+ communities in BC and remain committed to protecting human rights and improving access to justice for all. Have a safe and joyful Pride!

Emancipation Day marks the abolition of slavery across the British Empire but the legacy of slavery & anti-Black racism continues to shape barriers to justice. We are committed to advancing human rights & building systems where everyone can exercise their rights with dignity.

A major victory for the rights of involuntary patients in BC. The BC Supreme Court has ruled that involuntary patients cannot be stripped of all consent rights the moment they pass through the hospital door. Read more: clasbc.net/our-work/cases/deemed-consent-law-under-the-mental-health-act/

Uncomfortable at work because of inappropriate comments, “compliments” or “jokes”? You’re not being “too sensitive” – sexual harassment is against the law. Get free legal advice, from #SHARPWorkplaces at 604-673-3143. Learn more: https://ow.ly/RqTH50WTnyX #BeInformedBeSHARP

Gender-based violence (like sexual harassment/assault) can happen in our private lives, but also at work. Read our latest blog post to explore: How are non-disclosure agreements involved in workplace GBV? What should be done to address GBV in the workplace? Blog: https://clasbc.net/gbv-at-work-ndas/

Nelson Mandela International Day honours the enduring pursuit of equality, dignity, and justice. At CLAS, we believe advancing human rights requires action to remove barriers, challenge discrimination, and ensure everyone can access justice.

Respondents from our Speak Out project report shared how NDAs were used against them when experiencing gender-based violence at work. 🔗 Read the report: https://ow.ly/XoiI50ZmwiU 📢 Learn about our project: https://ow.ly/V5z850ZmwiV #BeInformedBeSHARP #NDA

Respondents from our Speak Out project report shared how NDAs were used against them when experiencing gender-based violence at work. 🔗 Learn about our project and read the report: https://ow.ly/BhMW50ZmeRr #BeInformedBeSHARP #NDA

CLAS’ Speak Out: Ending Gender-Based Violence report is out now! Our report highlights how employers are misusing NDAs when gender-based violence (GBV) happens at work. 📢 Learn about our project and read the report: https://ow.ly/Elmx50ZmeQk #BeInformedBeSHARP #EndGBV

CLAS is hiring a full-time lawyer (2–6 years of call) for our Mental Health Law Program. Fixed-term contract until March 2028. Make a difference in mental health law & access to justice. Details & how to apply: https://ow.ly/rOuy50ZmeTm #MentalHealthLaw #A2J

Canada Day exists alongside histories of displacement, colonialism & ongoing injustice experienced by First Nations, Inuit & Métis peoples. CLAS reflects on this country's past & future & reaffirms our commitment to human rights, access to justice.

Canadian Multiculturalism Day recognizes the many cultures, languages, traditions, and communities that shape life across Canada. Take time today to reflect on what it means to build a more equitable and inclusive society for everyone.

Indigenous communities across BC continue to lead important work in protecting lands and waters, revitalizing languages, supporting community wellbeing, and advancing justice and self-determination despite the ongoing impacts of colonialism.

On Father's Day, we’re thinking of all the dads, caregivers, and parental figures working to support their families, often while navigating systems that can feel overwhelming or unfair.

With FIFA in Vancouver, it’s important to feel safe & supported. Whether you’re a local resident or just visiting, confidential support is just a call or click away. United Way BC operates VictimLink services: https://victimlinkbc.ca/

Seeking safety is a human right. On World Refugee Day, we recognize the strength, resilience, and humanity of refugees and displaced people around the world.

Juneteenth recognizes the end of slavery in the US and honours generations of Black organizers, activists, scholars & communities who fight for liberation and equality. We also acknowledge that anti-Black racism remains deeply embedded in many institutions and systems today.

From care work to community organizing, labour movements to the arts, Filipino Heritage Month celebrates the history, cultures, languages & contributions of Filipino communities across the country.

During Pride Month, we reaffirm our support for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and the ongoing fight for safety, dignity, and equal access to justice.

National Indigenous History Month is a time to reflect on how Indigenous histories are often treated as something confined to the past, despite the fact that Indigenous peoples continue to shape every part of life across these lands today.

CLAS is seeking a full-time articling student for 2027/28 to gain practical public interest law experience. Details: #articlingstudent #publicinterestlaw #vancouverlaw

World Hunger Day highlights the ongoing reality of food insecurity. Hunger is not inevitable; it is shaped by poverty, inequality, and access to resources. Addressing it means strengthening systems that ensure dignity, stability, and support for all.

Eid al-Adha is a time of reflection, generosity, community, and care for others. Eid Mubarak to all who celebrate.

Racism is a systemic issue that shapes who is believed, who is protected, and who is left without recourse. During Anti-Racism Awareness Week, the focus turns to those structures in housing, employment, healthcare and access to justice.

National AccessAbility Week is an opportunity to recognize the contributions of people with disabilities and reflect on the barriers that continue to limit full participation.

Our office will be closed Monday, May 18 for Victoria Day. Wishing everyone a restful long weekend.