affirmative action

        In the Human Rights Act, Chapter 214 of the revised statutes, 1989, it states that "in recognition that human rights must be protected by the rule of law, this Legislature affirms the principal that every person is free and equal in dignity and rights without regard to race, religion, religious creed, colour, sex, physical or mental disability or ethnic or national origin." Unfortunately though, sometimes this law is not always abided by. Women, aboriginal people who are …showed first 75 words of 503 total…

…showed last 75 words of 503 total…fide qualification can be established. The burden of proof lies with the employer, who should apply in writing to the Human Rights Commission.         Some unacceptable pre-employment inquiries are: -indicate whether Mr., Mrs., Miss. or Ms. -any inquiry into gender -any inquiry into sexual orientation -any inquiry into pregnancy, childbirth or child bearing plans -any inquiry as to the applicant's spouse -request for photograph or the taking of photographs -any inquiry into religious affiliation or customs