The Office of Human Rights and Equity aims to realize the rights of all students, faculty, staff and visitors of Lakehead University through human rights protection, promotion and implementation. Furthermore, it works to prevent and respond to discrimination, harassment and sexual violence. Lakehead University is compliant with the Ontario Human Rights Code which gives everyone equal rights and opportunities without discrimination because of age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family status, marital status (including single status), gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy and breastfeeding), and sexual orientation. The three main functions of the Office of Human Rights and Equity are:
1) Policy development, research and advisory services
2) Outreach and education
3) Complaint processing and resolution
