Have you or a loved one felt discriminated against or been given inequitable treatment at the workplace on the basis of your gender, race, religion, disability, nationality, sexual orientation, age, disability or appearance etc? Contact an employment lawyer with domain expertise, skill and knowledge in this particular area of civil law to evaluate your case. You may be able to file a claim for compensation against those responsible for workplace discrimination.

What Constitutes Workplace Discrimination?

Any treatment that is disparate from the workplace norm and differential treatment based on age, political affiliation, citizenship, language abilities, marital status, medical conditions, nationality, religion, disability, color, pregnancy etc. is deemed to be discrimination. In terms of economics and business theory, it is counter-productive since it contributes to lack of respect, equal opportunities, inequalities, social unrest and violations of human rights and dignity. Often, discrimination is combined with harassment and threats of withholding of promotion, dismissal or demotion.

Employment discrimination is not always an overt or open act. Racial slurs, offensive language/humor, denial of advancement opportunities etc. and may often be concealed or subtle. Discrimination also occurs when members of racial minorities or members of protected classes (women) are treated differently from peers.

All employees have certain rights in their workplace. There may be slight differences but broadly, the world over, employees are entitled to:

• fair compensation
• privacy – this excludes e-mail and Internet usage using employer’s system
• right to be free from discrimination based on age, gender, religion, color, nationality, etc
• right not to be asked certain questions during hiring (example: family-oriented questions)
• right to safety and protection
• right to be free from harassment of all types
• whistle-blower rights

In addition, the Canadian Employment Equity Act requires proactive measures from employers to ensure that discrimination doesn’t exist. Barriers to employment of four designated groups: women, persons with disabilities, Aboriginals and visible minorities have to be demonstrated by employers by including certain positive policies like encouraging training, retention, promotion etc

The Canadian act is a federal legislation and covers all provinces including Ontario, however, its scope is limited to federally regulated employers. The Canadian Human Rights Act which is enforced along with the Employment Equity Act protects a wider range of employees.

It’s important to remember that employment equity is distinct from pay equity. In many cases, pay inequalities are imposed on certain groups like women or people with disabilities.

How We Can Assist

If you or a loved one faces discrimination in the workplace, an experienced employment attorney can represent you in filing a case against your employer. It’s important that victims maintain a journal of each event/instance. This makes it easier to discern a pattern of discrimination and provide specific examples with time and date.

We can help conduct independent investigations, gather evidence, documentary or photographic proof, eye-witness and expert testimony etc to assemble a robust claim against the at-fault party. Our law firm and legal team ensure that your rights are protected and interests safeguarded during the entire process, till full and satisfactory compensation has been received.

If you, your family or a friend has been discriminated against, please feel free to speak to one of our Employment lawyers for a free consultation about how we are able to assist if fighting for your rights and getting you the compensation you deserve.   We consult in all cites across Ontario.  Call us Toll Free On our 24/7 Injury Hotline: 1 – 844 495 7333 or Text a Personal Injury ‎Lawyer 24/7 and get instant help. (416 931 5015)”