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CCLA actively stands up to power by fighting against rights violations, abuse of police powers, inequality, and discrimination. We stand for freedom, equality, and a better future for all people in Canada.

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Our Work Centres Around Our Five Core Areas

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EQUALITY

Equality – which includes equity, diversity, and inclusion – recognizes that every person is equal in value and worth, and each is deserving of fairness, dignity and rights.

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FUNDAMENTAL FREEDOMS

Fundamental Freedoms allow individuals and groups to express themselves, to believe and practice what they choose, and to exercise their right to vote.

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CRIMINAL JUSTICE

We work to ensure that constitutional rights are respected at every step of the criminal justice system, and that the extraordinary powers conferred to police and criminal courts are used proportionately, fairly, humanely, and only when absolutely necessary.

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PRIVACY

We bring a principled and rights-focused approach to assessing the impact of new technologies and surveillance, in areas ranging from policing methods to people’s public and private lives.

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EDUCATION

CCLA & CCLET provide free workshops, seminars, and in-class sessions in schools, educational institutions, and faculties of education, educating citizens about their rights and freedoms.

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EQUALITYPRESS RELEASES
March 19, 2026

CCLA Sends Letter to University of Alberta Regarding EDI Policy

Earlier this week, CCLA sent the following letter to the Board of Governors at the University of Alberta to raise concerns about a proposal to eliminate equity, diversity and inclusion…
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EQUALITYPRESS RELEASES
March 19, 2026

Alberta’s Proposed MAID Restrictions Threaten Patient Rights and Autonomy

TORONTO — The Canadian Civil Liberties Association (CCLA) expresses deep concern over the Government of Alberta’s proposed Bill 18, which would significantly restrict access to medical assistance in dying (MAID) and undermine…
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CRIMINAL JUSTICEFair Trial, Due Process & SentencingPRESS RELEASESPresumption of Innocence
March 19, 2026

CCLA Condemns Premier’s Challenge to Judicial Independence in Zameer Case

Shakir Rahim, Director of the Criminal Justice Program, made the following statement: "Respect for judicial independence and the rule of law is the cornerstone of our constitutional democracy. The call…
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CRIMINAL JUSTICEPolice Transparency, Oversight & AccountabilityPRESS RELEASES
March 19, 2026

Canadian Civil Liberties Association Calls for Reform After Major Report on Police Charter Violations

The CCLA endorses the public policy recommendations in the ground-breaking report Unlawful Enforcers, concerning violations of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms by major city police services in Ontario. The…
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