We’re hiring! Join us as our new Executive Director.
The BCCLA is seeking someone to take on a key leadership role in one of the most vibrant and visible advocacy groups in the country as our new Executive Director […]
We’re hiring! Join us as our 2020 Summer Law Students!
The BCCLA is seeking summer law students who are passionate about working to uphold civil liberties and human rights across BC and Canada. The full-time role offers an opportunity to […]
BCCLA Reacts to release of report into the extradition of Dr. Hassan Diab
OTTAWA (27 July 2019) – The BC Civil Liberties Association (BCCLA) reacted this morning to the release of the report into the extradition of Dr. Hassan Diab. Along with Amnesty […]
We’re hiring a Supporter Engagement and Development Manager!
The BCCLA is seeking a Supporter Engagement and Development Manager who is passionate about using their skills to uphold civil liberties and human rights in Canada. The full-time role requires […]
Farewell Message (sort of) from Micheal Vonn
After more than 15 years as the Policy Director of the BCCLA, I am leaving for a new opportunity. I have found the work of the BCCLA to be so […]
PRESS RELEASE: Secret Documents from Spying Complaint Reveal CSIS Kept Tabs on Community Groups and Protestors, says Human Rights Group
For immediate release Thousands of pages of heavily-redacted documents suggest CSIS gathered information on the peaceful protest activities of Indigenous peoples and environmentalists VANCOUVER — xĘ·məθkĘ·É™yĚ“É™m (Musqueam), SkxwĂş7mesh (Squamish) & […]
Media Advisory: Spying on Protestors – Press Conference Announcing Release of Secret Documents from CSIS Spying Complaint
For immediate release On Monday, July 8, 2019, the British Columbia Civil Liberties Association (BCCLA) will be publishing a trove of heavily-redacted documents disclosed by the Canadian Security Intelligence Service […]
Rights groups celebrate appeal victory affirming end to indefinite, prolonged solitary confinement
(le français suit) For immediate release VANCOUVER – Today, June 24, 2019, the British Columbia Court of Appeal released its decision affirming the unconstitutionality of the federal government’s laws that […]
A farewell message from our Executive Director, and new beginnings
Dear friends and supporters of the BCCLA, This is a strange message to write. I feel both sadness and excitement for what lies ahead. After nearly seven years at the […]
Welcome our 2019 Summer Volunteers
Natalie Giasson Gala Fundraising volunteer Natalie is a third year student at Capilano University, where she is completing a Bachelor of Legal Studies. This year, she is BCCLA’s Gala Fundraising […]
