Have you faced discrimination at work? Our experienced workplace lawyers in Toronto are here to help.
The Ontario Human Rights Code and the Canadian Human Rights Act provide robust protections for employees, including contractors, against discrimination and harassment in the workplace. The law prohibits employers from treating employees unfairly based on specific grounds which include:
Employers cannot deny job opportunities, terminate, discipline, or otherwise punish an employee based on any of the prohibited grounds mentioned above. Such actions constitute discrimination and can entitle you to various remedies, including:
These damages are distinct from those payable for wrongful dismissal and can sometimes be greater.
Workplace discrimination can manifest in various forms, including:
Unfair treatment based on a protected characteristic.
Policies or practices that disproportionately disadvantage certain groups.
Inappropriate conduct creating a hostile work environment.
Adverse actions against employees for asserting their rights.
If you believe you have been subjected to workplace discrimination or harassment, it is crucial to act promptly.
Understand your company's policies on discrimination and harassment.
Keep detailed records of any discriminatory acts or comments, including dates, times, and witnesses.
Report the issue to your HR department or management if you feel safe doing so.
Consult with a workplace discrimination lawyer to understand your rights and options.
Discrimination and harassment are complex matters. No action should be taken without seeking a legal opinion from a qualified employment law specialist. Given the complexity of these matters we cannot guarantee 30 minutes will be sufficient to address the full complexity of the matter. We will credit 30 minutes free of charge towards the time for the consult required, which can take up to a few hours.
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