
Chilliwack Human Rights Lawyers
Fairness and Dignity at Work - It’s the Law
Every employee has the right to a workplace that is safe, inclusive, and free from discrimination. At Glendinning Smith LLP, our legal team helps both employees and employers in Chilliwack navigate the complex legal responsibilities surrounding human rights in the workplace.
If you’ve been discriminated against, harassed, or denied reasonable accommodation, or if you’re an employer unsure of your legal obligations, we provide focused, strategic advice to help you move forward with confidence.

What is Human Rights Law in the Workplace?
In British Columbia, the Human Rights Code protects individuals from discrimination based on specific characteristics known as protected grounds. These include:
Race, colour, ancestry, or place of origin
Sex, gender identity or expression
Sexual orientation
Physical or mental disability
Age
Religion or political belief
Marital or family status
Discrimination can take many forms, and while some are obvious, others are more subtle. Our job is to help you recognize it, understand your rights or obligations, and pursue the appropriate legal steps.
For Employees in Chilliwack
- Discrimination in hiring, promotion, or termination
Harassment based on gender, race, or disability - Denied accommodations for a medical condition or dsability
- Being punished for asserting your rights
- Filing complaints with the BC Human Rights Tribunal
- Representation in settlement discussions or hearings
For Employers in Chilliwack
- Investigating harassment and discrimination complaints
- Responding to human rights applications
- Managing disability accommodation and return-to-work issues
- Training staff and leadership on human rights obligations
- Developing compliant workplace policies
- Minimizing legal risk through proactive strategies
The Duty to Accommodate in the Workplace
We help employees assert their right to accommodation and advise employers on how to respond appropriately and legally.


Why Choose Glendinning Smith?

Deep Expertise
Focused exclusively on employment and workplace law, including human rights.

Chilliwack-Focused Practice

Balanced Perspective

Strong Advocacy

Deep Expertise
Focused exclusively on employment and workplace law, including human rights.

Chilliwack-Focused Practice

Balanced Perspective

Strong Advocacy

What a Human Rights Claim Involves
- Step 1: Legal consultation and assessment
- Step 2: Filing a complaint with the BC Human Rights Tribunal
- Step 3: Mediation or investigation process
- Step 4: Hearing or negotiated resolution