Bill of Rights for Adopted Persons

The Bill of Rights for Adopted Persons is a set of laws that ensures adopted individuals have access to their original birth information, such as birth records and parent identities, depending on provincial regulations. It aims to promote transparency and the right to know one’s biological heritage while respecting privacy rights. These rights often include the ability to obtain non-identifying information and, in some cases, identify and contact birth relatives. Overall, the Bill of Rights balances adoptees’ desire for personal history with the privacy of birth families.