Alberta Civil Liberties Research Centre

Alberta Civil Liberties Research Centre The Alberta Civil Liberties Research Centre is a Canadian non-governmental, non-profit organization. We are located in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.

Remembering Chief Justice Ritu KhullarThe Alberta Civil Liberties Research Centre is deeply saddened by the passing of t...
09/04/2026

Remembering Chief Justice Ritu Khullar

The Alberta Civil Liberties Research Centre is deeply saddened by the passing of the Honourable Chief Justice Ritu Khullar.

Chief Justice Khullar dedicated her career to justice, equality, the protection of Charter rights and the advancement of human rights and civil liberties. She was a powerful advocate and a respected leader in Alberta’s legal community.

She was also a valued friend and supporter of the ACLRC. She understood the importance of our work to educate Albertans about their rights and freedoms and generously shared her time, knowledge and encouragement with us.

We are especially grateful that she joined us in 2025 to honour the life and legacy of our former Executive Director, Linda McKay-Panos. Her reflections on Linda’s contribution to disability rights and the legal community were deeply meaningful to all of us.

Chief Justice Khullar leaves an important legacy of service and a lasting impact on Alberta’s legal and human rights communities. We are grateful for her support of the ACLRC and for the example she set through a life dedicated to justice.

Our deepest condolences to her family, friends, colleagues and all those who had the privilege of knowing her.

Rest in peace, Chief Justice Khullar. Your commitment to justice and rights will not be forgotten.

We’re pleased to welcome Natalie Simpson as our new Education Lead!As Education Lead, Natalie will work to make legal k...
08/27/2026

We’re pleased to welcome Natalie Simpson as our new Education Lead!

As Education Lead, Natalie will work to make legal knowledge more accessible to everyone through public legal education.

Her career has focused on access to justice, supporting marginalized communities, and promoting inclusive, trauma-informed approaches. She has also taught law at SAIT and mentors students through the Law Society of Alberta’s Practice Readiness Education Program.

Natalie holds a law degree from the University of British Columbia, along with a BA and MA in English from the University of Calgary. She is also an active member of Calgary’s creative writing community and serves on the board of the Writers Guild of Alberta.

We’re excited to have Natalie join the Centre and look forward to the knowledge and experience she brings to our work.

08/25/2026

A work schedule may seem simple, until it conflicts with something that is deeply important to you.

For Amina, Fridays are important because she observes a religious holy day. When her work schedule conflicts with that day, she is faced with a difficult choice: her job or her religious beliefs.

But does she really have to choose?

In Episode 11, The Scheduling Conflict, we look at what can happen when work and religious practices come into conflict. Through Amina’s story, the video shows why these situations may call for more than a simple “we schedule everyone the same way.”

Sometimes, finding a fair solution starts with listening, asking questions, and looking at what changes may be possible.

Watch the video to learn more about religious rights at work and the duty to accommodate under Alberta human rights law.

For more plain-language legal education resources, visit www.aclrc.com and https://tinyurl.com/4vrbmxp7.

Every person deserves to be treated with dignity and respect.These slides highlight five core principles of human rights...
08/20/2026

Every person deserves to be treated with dignity and respect.

These slides highlight five core principles of human rights:
1. Dignity - Every person has worth.
2. Equality - Everyone has the same rights.
3. Liberty - Everyone deserves freedom.
4. Justice - Everyone deserves fairness.
5. Universality - Human rights belong to everyone, everywhere.

These principles help build communities where people are respected, included, and treated fairly. They remind us that human rights belong to all of us.

Visit https://tinyurl.com/3ee38n56 to learn about our Human Rights Education Project and to book a Human Rights Educator.

We would love to hear from you. Which principle is most meaningful to you, and why?

08/17/2026

What gets in the way of someone succeeding at work?

For Jordan, it’s the office lighting. A simple change could make the workday much easier.

Our Episode 10, Making Space to Succeed, looks at why inclusion means more than just following the rules. Sometimes, it means noticing a barrier and asking, “What can we do differently?”

To every employer out there, watch the video and see why making space for people can help everyone succeed.

Like, share, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for more plain-language legal education resources: https://tinyurl.com/4vrbmxp7.

Access more legal resources and support at www.aclrc.com.

Did you know that Canada's legal rights are designed to limit government power and protect individuals?The Canadian Char...
08/12/2026

Did you know that Canada's legal rights are designed to limit government power and protect individuals?

The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms includes legal rights that require governments to act fairly when using powers such as arrest, detention, search, or prosecution.

One example: Everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty. If you're charged with an offence, you have the right to know the case against you so you can prepare a defence.

These protections matter because they uphold the rule of law, the principle that no one, including the government, is above the law. They help ensure that government actions are justified, transparent, and respectful of individual rights.

Explore our legal rights resources at https://tinyurl.com/4aar3ejb

We'd love to hear from you. What does the "rule of law" mean to you? Tell us in the comments!

08/10/2026

Can a business or public service refuse to serve someone because of who they are?

It’s an important question and one that can come up in everyday life.

Our newest episode, Services/Access, looks at how Alberta human rights law protects people when they access services and public spaces.

Rather than just knowing the rules, it’s important to know where to find information when you have questions about your rights.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://tinyurl.com/4vrbmxp7 and visit www.aclrc.com for more plain-language legal education resources.

On Wednesday, August 5, our Education Lead, Kyle Gardiner, had the pleasure of presenting to the Rainbow Elders Calgary ...
08/07/2026

On Wednesday, August 5, our Education Lead, Kyle Gardiner, had the pleasure of presenting to the Rainbow Elders Calgary Page about human rights and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

The presentation covered Section 15 and LGBTQ2S+ equality rights, the history of LGBTQ2S+ rights in Canada, and practical ways people can advocate for their human rights.

Thank you to the Rainbow Elders of Calgary for inviting us to share this important conversation. We appreciate the opportunity to help build knowledge and confidence around legal rights in our community.

If your organization, community group, or school is interested in a free legal education presentation, visit https://tinyurl.com/3un74ecu to learn more and book a session today.

08/05/2026

Everyone deserves a fair chance to find a place to live.

Sometimes discrimination isn't obvious. It can happen through conversations, rental applications, or being told a unit is no longer available when that may not be the real reason.

Our latest video explains how the Alberta Human Rights Act protects people from discrimination in housing and what your rights are when renting in Alberta.

▶️ Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel at https://tinyurl.com/y8t4nuz2 to learn more and subscribe for more free legal education videos that help you understand your rights.

If you know someone who is renting or searching for a home, share this video with them.

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