Newfoundland and Labrador - a rare find

Your Rights

Newfoundland and Labrador is committed to multiculturalism and being a welcoming community to all newcomers. Read Our Commitment to Multiculturalism

All Canadians are protected by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the Canadian Multiculturalism Act, the Newfoundland and Labrador Human Rights Act, and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador Multicultural Education Policy. The Public Legal Information Association of Newfoundland and Labrador provides general information and education about the law to newcomers to Newfoundland and Labrador, with the intent to increasing access to justice.

It is important that you are aware of your rights, and if you feel you have been a subject of discrimination, we urge you to contact the appropriate organization(s), as listed above.