What forms of discrimination fall under human rights?

Discrimination based on protected grounds is prohibited and falls under human rights legislation. Protected grounds typically include race, ancestry, ethnic origin, colour, citizenship, place of origin, religious beliefs, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, and age. Discrimination can come in many forms and include behaviours like singling out an individual for negative treatment due to their characteristics, treating someone differently than others in similar situations, and creating a hostile environment.