League of Rights and Freedoms
The Ligue des droits et libertés is a non-profit, independent and non-partisan organization that aims to publicize, defend and promote the universality, indivisibility and interdependence of the rights recognized in the International Bill of Human Rights.
International Bureau for Children’s Rights
The International Bureau for Children’s Rights is an international non-governmental organization based in Montreal, whose mission is to contribute to the respect and promotion of children’s rights worldwide.
Association québécoise de défense des droits des personnes retraitées et préretraitées (AQDR) (in French only)
AQDR works to collectively defend the rights of retired and pre-retired people. In particular, it promotes the protection of vulnerable seniors, and fights against all forms of abuse and ageism to which aging people may fall victim.
Canadian Civil Liberties Association
The Canadian Civil Liberties Association is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting respect for human rights and civil liberties. Based in Toronto, the national organization lobbies government officials, the media and the courts. The organization also provides training in schools and universities.
Amnistie internationale – Section canadienne francophone
Amnesty International is a worldwide, independent, non-partisan organization that campaigns for the promotion and respect of human rights. In particular, the organization denounces the use of torture and extrajudicial executions, and fights for the release of prisoners of conscience and the protection of the rights of civilians in armed conflicts.