HARP Part 2

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What is a right that every person having legal capacity possesses?

The right to contract on unequal terms without discrimination.

The right to discriminate based on certain grounds.

The right to refuse to sign contracts with the City.

The right to contract on equal terms without discrimination. (correct)

What is included in every City contract, agreement, or permit?

A requirement for contractors to sign a non-disclosure agreement.

A clause stating that discrimination is allowed.

A signed copy of the Declaration of Compliance with Anti-Harassment/Discrimination Legislation and City Policy. (correct)

A provision that only certain groups can bid on contracts.

What is a prohibited ground of discrimination in employment?

Workplace harassment

Level of literacy

Political affiliation

All of the above (correct)

What is included in the definition of workplace harassment in the Occupational Health and Safety Act?

Harassment based on sex, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation. Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence for non-compliance with anti-harassment/discrimination legislation and City policy in City contracts?

The contract will be terminated. Signup and view all the answers

What is a prohibited ground of discrimination in contracts?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is a right that every person has in employment?

The right to equal treatment without discrimination or harassment. Signup and view all the answers

What is a ground of discrimination that is not explicitly covered by the Ontario Human Rights Code or the Occupational Health and Safety Act?

Level of literacy Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of all Toronto Public Service employees, volunteers, Accountability Officers, elected officials, and their staff?

Knowing this policy and complaint procedures, not engaging in harassment/discrimination, cooperating in good faith in dispute resolution processes including investigations, and abiding by confidentiality expectations Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Human Rights Office (HRO) staff?

To impartially explore complaints/allegations of harassment and discrimination and undertake independent investigations Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the Human Rights Office (HRO)?

To prevent, correct and remedy harassing and/or discriminating behaviours that are contrary to this Policy Signup and view all the answers

Who do HRO staff report to?

The City Manager Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the responsibilities of the Human Rights Office?

To interpret and implement this policy Signup and view all the answers

What does the Human Rights Office do with Ontario Human Rights Tribunal applications and orders from the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development?

Works with Legal Services Division on Signup and view all the answers

How often does the Human Rights Office review this policy?

Annually Signup and view all the answers

What does the Human Rights Office submit to City Council?

An annual report Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Contracts

Every person with legal capacity has the right to contract on equal terms without discrimination based on prohibited grounds, including age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender expression, gender identity, level of literacy, marital status, place of origin, political affiliation, race, sex, and sexual orientation.
City contracts, agreements, or permits with third-party individuals or organizations must include a signed Declaration of Compliance with Anti-Harassment/Discrimination Legislation and City Policy, and are subject to contract provisions regarding consequences for non-compliance.

Employment

Every person has the right to equal treatment in employment without discrimination or harassment based on prohibited grounds, including age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender expression, gender identity, level of literacy, marital status, membership in a union or staff association, place of origin, political affiliation, race, record of offences, sex, sexual orientation, and workplace harassment.

Roles and Responsibilities

All Toronto Public Service employees, volunteers, Accountability Officers, elected officials, and their staff are responsible for knowing the policy and complaint procedures, not engaging in harassment/discrimination, cooperating in good faith in dispute resolution processes, and abiding by confidentiality expectations.
The Human Rights Office (HRO) provides confidential advice and assistance to Toronto Public Service recipients, facility users, and employees regarding their rights and to management regarding their obligations.

Human Rights Office

The HRO impartially explores complaints/allegations of harassment and discrimination and undertakes independent investigations for any Toronto Public Service staff person or recipient of municipal service(s).
HRO staff report to the City Manager through the Chief People Officer and are responsible for administering the City's Human Rights Program, interpreting and implementing this policy, conducting policy and resource research and development, education and communication, and more.
The HRO focuses on preventing, correcting, and remedying harassing and/or discriminating behaviors that are contrary to this policy.
Responsibilities include:
- administer the City’s Human Rights Program
- interpret and implement this policy
- policy and resource research and development
- education and communication
- expert, independent, unbiased, confidential advice
- assess the merits of a complaint/incident and determine appropriate investigation and resolution options, including whether concern(s) can be referred to division management to address
- undertake impartial, independent investigations
- provide mediations
- retain external consultants
- work with Legal Services Division on Ontario Human Rights Tribunal applications and orders from the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development
- review this policy on an annual basis in consultation with the Occupational Health and Safety Coordinating Committee
- submit an annual report to City Council about statistics and trends in human rights complaint activities and other program initiatives

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This quiz covers the prohibited grounds for discrimination in contracting, ensuring equal rights for all individuals. It discusses the various grounds, including age, ancestry, citizenship, and more. Test your knowledge of human rights in contracts!