The Canadian Race Relations Foundation is Canada's leading agency dedicated to the elimination of racism and the promotion of harmonious race relations in the country. Created as part of the historic Japanese Canadian Redress Agreement, the Foundation's governing legislation, the Canadian Race Relations Foundation Act, was given Royal Assent on February 1, 1991. The Act was proclaimed by the Federal Government on October 28, 1996, and the Foundation opened its doors in 1997. The Foundation's origin, mission and vision outline our direction and activities.Canada is internationally recognized for its commitment to human rights and for its fight against all forms of discrimination, including racism. A number of key legislative and legal instruments such as the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the Official Languages Act, the Canadian Multiculturalism Act, the Employment Equity Act, and the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act offer a glimpse of Canada's commitment to human rights and the protection of fundamental freedoms of all. more... See more text