December 10 is Human Rights Day. It's the perfect opportunity to share how we're building a culture of human rights at WRDSB, led by our Strategic Plan. It guides us in building a school system where all students are provided with the opportunities to access their chosen pathway in learning and life.
Annual Report 2024-25 - Human Rights Branch (HRB)
The 2024-25 Human Rights Branch (HRB) Annual Report outlines the work of:
- Building a culture of human rights
- Supporting the resolution of human rights complaints
- Supporting accessibility work at the WRDSB
This report encompasses the 2024-25 academic year, September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025.
About the work of the Human Rights Branch (HRB)
The Annual Report outlines the important and ongoing work of the HRB in:
- Addressing human rights complaints in compliance with Ontario's Human Rights Code
- Leading and supporting the WRDSB through human rights and accessibility:
- Education
- Professional development
Strategic leadership
Read more about this work:
- Accessibility Portfolio
- Human Rights Complaint Resolution
- Human Rights Education
- Strategic Leadership
About the WRDSB Human Rights Branch
The Human Rights Branch (HRB) works collaboratively throughout the Board to further a human rights culture. This is done by providing education and proactive training on the rights and responsibilities stemming from:
- The Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC)
- The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
- Board Policy 1017 - Human Rights
Learn more about the work of the Human Rights Branch, and how they can support you:










