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Inquiry into hate in the pandemic

Inquiry into hate in the pandemic

Introduction

In August 2021, British Columbia’s Human Rights Commissioner launched a public inquiry into hate incidents during the COVID-19 pandemic. Details on the inquiry’s scope and process are available. As of March 7, 2023, the report containing the inquiry’s results and recommendations is published.

Inquiry report

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Announcements

Tuesday, March 7, 2023

Inquiry into hate in the pandemic releases final report calling for targeted action to address hate in future crises

Friday, March 3, 2023

Advisory: Embargoed release and launch event for final report of the Inquiry into hate

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Advisory: Media are invited to receive embargoed release of final report of the Inquiry into hate in the pandemic

Wednesday, June 8, 2022

Fighting hate requires new strategies: B.C.’s Human Rights Commissioner

Thursday, February 24, 2022

Hundreds speak out against hate, as Inquiry reaches mid-point for public participation

Wednesday, February 2, 2022

1 in 4 British Columbians have experienced or witnessed hate incidents since start of pandemic

Thursday, November 4, 2021, 4 P.m. pst

EVENT: Opening ceremony for the Inquiry into hate in the pandemic

Wednesday, August 18, 2021

B.C.’s Human Rights Commissioner launches province-wide public inquiry into hate in the pandemic

Inquiry documents

The purpose of this website is to provide regular, timely and relevant information about the Inquiry. This website will be updated regularly as the Inquiry progresses.

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