How can I prepare my case?

Most human rights complainants, and some respondents, prepare their cases without a lawyer. Our guide tells you what to expect at each step of the process. 

You will find: 

  • clear, accessible information 
  • printable checklists that can help you get ready
  • examples you can refer to when preparing your own documents.

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What's new

NEW***Changes to Tribunal procedures:

4 new Practice Directions on scope, page and time limits, adjournment and extension requests and mediation-med-adjudication

NEW** Changes to Tribunal Procedures: Motions on Scope/particulars, Page Limits and Filing Deadlines

Effective August 10, 2026, the Tribunal is changing its process to address issues of scope and particulars right away. It is also introducing page limits for all filings and standard timelines for motions.

Key Statistics for 2026

280
active files

81
referrals from the Canadian Human Rights Commission

117
decisions and rulings issued

Want to make a discrimination complaint?

Contact the Canadian Human Rights Commission.