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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Join us on Thursday, October 8 (5:30-7:30pm) at Jackman Law for an important conversation with Mura Indigenous leaders and experts on Indigenous rights, climate justice, and corporate accountability in the Brazilian Amazon. Register to attend here: cvent.me/dRO1O3

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Today, the IHRP and partners filed a request with Canada’s National Contact Point for Responsible Business Conduct (NCP) to examine the activities of a Canadian firm operating within a conflict zone in Myanmar.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Today, the International Human Rights Program (IHRP) and the Anishnawbe Business Professional Association (ABPA) released a joint report evaluating Ring of Fire resource development through the lens of international and domestic law.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Today, the @ihrp.bsky.social filed a request with the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) to investigate Brazil Potash for alleged misrepresentations made to its investors.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

“Discussions about forced labour tend to focus on global supply chains in the Global South... But the use of forced or prison labour in the U.S... receives far less attention, especially here in Canada” IHRP Director, Sandra Wisner, tells the The Canadian Press: www.ctvnews.ca/canada/artic...

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Lawyers urge federal ban on U.S. forced labour imports, cars built by prisoners

Human rights lawyers are calling on Ottawa to ban American imports that stem from forced labour, specifically auto imports from Alabama.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Today, the @ihrp.bsky.social filed a request with the IACHR against Canada to protect Indigenous communities of the Great Lakes threatened by Enbridge's Line 5, an aged pipeline that poses an imminent risk of a catastrophic oil spill. Canada must act and decommission the pipeline.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Today, the IHRP submitted a complaint alleging that goods imported to Canada from Alabama carry a risk of forced and prison labour. The complaint calls on the CBSA to investigate identified imports and enforce the national ban on forced labour and prison labour imports.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

The IHRP’s 2025 Annual Report is out! Read to learn more about an ambitious year of litigation, advocacy, research, education, and collaboration to advance the legal protection of international human rights and hold Canada and Canadian actors accountable for harms across the globe.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

✍️ New IHRP student-led Working Group report “Gender Injustice in Afghanistan and Canada’s Responsibilities” examines the devastating human rights situation of women in Afghanistan and calls on Canada to lead efforts to support Afghan women.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Grateful to have been invited by First Nations communities this week to the Ring of Fire Regional Assessment Working Group. IHRP Staff and Clinic students presented on an international human rights-based approach to assessing potential impacts of development in the Ring of Fire.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

📢The UN Human Rights Committee has called out Canada’s arms export regime, urging the government to “prevent, address, and mitigate” the human rights impact of its arms transfers and exports, in its Concluding Observations on the review of Canada’s 7th periodic report.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Join us on Tuesday, March 31 (4:30-6:30pm) at U of T Jackman Law for the launch of IHRP's newest report, which sheds light on the ongoing human rights crisis faced by women and girls in Afghanistan and examines Canada’s responsibilities. Register here: cvent.me/QydQlQ

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

🚨Together with our partners in Brazil and the US, the IHRP made a submission to the UN Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples calling on Brazil to guarantee the Mura Indigenous people’s land and territorial rights, amid pressures from Canadian mining.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

🚨 @ihrp.bsky.social, @claihr.bsky.social, and the Global Human Rights Clinic at the University of Chicago Law School, have submitted a report to the UN HRC, highlighting Canada’s complicity in the violation of civil and political rights in Gaza, through its continued supply of arms to Israel.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

Today, coalition of legal clinics in Brazil, Canada, and the US made a submission to the UN Working Group on Business and Human Rights (UNWG) on the challenges faced by Indigenous Mura communities in Brazil to their right to FPIC in connection with a Canadian owned mining project.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

🚨 New report released at #COP30: “Resistance: Mura Struggle Against Canadian Potash Mining in Brazil’s Amazon” investigates the environmental and human rights concerns surrounding Canadian mining company Brazil Potash’s Autazes Potash Project.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

This week IHRP clinic student Iryn McMechan spoke at an event on the rights of incarcerated individuals organized by the Institute for Human Rights at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, highlighting the possible links between the U.S. prison labour system and the Canadian economy.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

On Oct 21, 2025 (6:30-8:30pm) IHRP Director, @sandrawisner.bsky.social, will participate in the Canada-Caribbean Institute’s virtual screening of Madan Sara, to speak to the role & responsibilities of Canada wrt the rights of Haitians, incl. those of Madan Saras. Register here: bit.ly/48H1Gsc

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Join us at U of T Law for a lecture by Dr. Raz Segal on Palestine, International Law, and Canada. 📅 Thursday, October 16, 2025 | 6–7:30 PM 📍 Jackman Law Building, Room P120 Register here: cvent.me/bAD0OA

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

🚨 New IHRP report: “Exports & Exploitation” shows goods made by incarcerated U.S. workers – from auto parts to food – may be entering Canadian markets despite a forced and prison labour ban. READ THE FULL REPORT HERE: ihrp.law.utoronto.ca/news/immedia...

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Join us at U of T Law for the launch of our new report: Exports & Exploitation: US Prison Labour Hidden in Canadian Supply Chains 📅 Sept 25, 2025 | 12:30–2 PM 📍 Jackman Law Building, Room P105 Registration required: cvent.me/mgvrgZ Lunch provided.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

Come work with us! Full-time International Human Rights Program Coordinator opportunity with @ihrp.bsky.social based in Toronto. The closing date is August 10th. jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Toronto-...

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International Human Rights Program Coordinator

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

We welcome back @IHRP_UofT Director Sandra Wisner and extend a heartfelt thanks to @jamesyap.bsky.social for stepping in and seamlessly supporting our work to advance the field of international human rights —stay tuned for more!

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

For the third year in a row, the UN is calling on Canada and the US to decommission Enbridge’s Line 5 pipeline, citing its grave threat to the Great Lakes and Indigenous rights.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Last month, our students joined #UNPFII in NYC to discuss global challenges, incl. impact of extractive industries on Indigenous rights & domestic implementation of #UNDRIP. They engaged w/ Forum members, UN experts, Indigenous leaders, and met Cdn UN Ambassador & @uoftlaw.bsky.social alum, Bob Rae!

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

“3 choices… disappear, go into exile, or stay silent.” Last month, Dr. Maximilienne Ngo Mbe joined us at @UofTLaw to speak about the threats faced by human rights defenders in Cameroon—and her unwavering fight for justice. #HumanRights #Cameroon #AnglophoneCrisis

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Our IHRP Clinic students recently journeyed into the #BrazilianAmazon to meet Indigenous communities impacted by proposed Canadian mining—reflecting the heart of human rights advocacy—working alongside and standing in solidarity with those on the frontlines of struggles against systemic injustice.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

📢*BREAKING* UN Committee Slams Canada on Arms Exports Following IHRP report, UN Disability Rights Committee highlights the role of Canada’s arms exports to Israel in human rights violations against persons with disabilities in Gaza.🔗uoft.me/CRPDreport

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

Last week, we were honored to host Diane Goodman & Barbara Jackman, two incredible U of T Law grads in international human rights law! Diane shared her journey from Bay Street lawyer to @unhcr.org roles in Tanzania, Nepal & Europe. Barb sparked a discussion on addressing climate refugees in Canada.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

This week, the IHRP team went to the UN in Geneva to present our important work on the harms of Canadian arms exports to people with disabilities in Gaza. IHRP student Raphaella Ayina delivered a powerful presentation to the UN CRPD Committee! ihrp.law.utoronto.ca/news/70-organi…

IHRP team in front of the United Nations building in Geneva.

IHRP student Raphaella Ayina presenting to the UN Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 11/03/2025

Last week, our IHRP Clinic student Sara Maqsood spoke on a panel at the 2025 PDAC Convention about the impact of mining in northern Ontario’s Ring of Fire on First Nations communities. The panel was hosted by our partner Anishnawbe Business Professional Association (ABPA). #FPIC

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

Last week, IHRP Acting Director @jamesyap.bsky.social addressed the Senate of CA's Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Trade #AEFA to testify on the human rights impacts of Canadian companies operating in Africa - and what Canada can do about it. Watch here: sencanada.ca/en/committee...

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

Pleased to announce our latest advocacy win! UN Committee admonishes Canada for inaction on arms exports to Israel. Read more at ihrp.law.utoronto.ca/UN_Committee...

UN Committee to Canada: Do More to Curb Arms Exports to Israel

IHRP/GHRC* submission to top international women’s rights body prompts callout of Canadian inaction on maternal care deprivations in Gaza

In September, we submitted a report to the UN CEDAW Committee linking Canadian arms exports to violations of women’s maternal care rights in Gaza.

At every stage of their pregnancy journey Palestinian women in Gaza face violence and human rights violations due to targeted attacks and other operations by Israeli forces.

100% of maternity hospitals have been damaged by IDF attacks

While Canada has stopped issuing permits to export arms to Israel, Canadian arms are still being routed to Israel through the US, which supplies 70% of Israel’s arms imports. This is because Canadian arms exports to the US do not require a permit.

Last month, the IHRP team traveled to Geneva to engage with the CEDAW Committee’s review of Canada.

IHRP members held meetings with multiple stakeholders, in tandem with the review, to raise awareness on Canadian arms exports to Israel and their impacts on women’s rights to maternal care in Gaza.

The CEDAW Committee incorporated criticism of Canada’s inaction on arms exports to Israel into its Concluding Observations.

The Committee echoed the concerns raised by our report - which was endorsed by almost 50 civil society organizations - about direct or indirect Canadian arms exports to Israel being used to facilitate violations of women’s rights in Gaza. This marks the first time a major UN body has specifically called out Canada on this issue.

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International Human Rights Program (IHRP) @ihrp.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Join us next Monday, Nov. 25th, 12:45-2pm, @uoftlaw.bsky.social for a conversation with Kate Kempton and Professor John Borrows as they discuss an upcoming landmark case confronting proposed mining in the Ring of Fire and the effects of colonialism in Canada. No registration required.

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