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Who is expected to abide by the Toronto Public Service policy?
Who is expected to abide by the Toronto Public Service policy?
- Only citizen advisory committees and members of the public
- Only City employees
- Only elected officials and persons acting on behalf of the City
- All individuals conducting business with the City of Toronto (correct)
What is the purpose of the Complaint Procedures in relation to this policy?
What is the purpose of the Complaint Procedures in relation to this policy?
- To investigate claims of discrimination and harassment
- To provide additional information about the policy (correct)
- To report complaints about City services
- To handle appeals of alleged discrimination
What is the consequence if an individual discriminates and/or harasses City of Toronto employees?
What is the consequence if an individual discriminates and/or harasses City of Toronto employees?
- They will be given a warning
- They will be barred from City facilities (correct)
- They will be fined
- They will be required to take a training session
Which of the following is NOT a prohibited ground for discrimination in City services and facilities?
Which of the following is NOT a prohibited ground for discrimination in City services and facilities?
What is a person's right with respect to the occupancy of City-owned accommodation?
What is a person's right with respect to the occupancy of City-owned accommodation?
Which of the following is a prohibited ground for discrimination in the occupation of City-owned accommodation?
Which of the following is a prohibited ground for discrimination in the occupation of City-owned accommodation?
What is the purpose of the policy in relation to City services and facilities?
What is the purpose of the policy in relation to City services and facilities?
Who is protected from discrimination and/or harassment under this policy?
Who is protected from discrimination and/or harassment under this policy?
Which Act requires employers to have a workplace harassment policy and program?
Which Act requires employers to have a workplace harassment policy and program?
What is the goal of the Human Rights and Anti-Harassment/Discrimination Policy?
What is the goal of the Human Rights and Anti-Harassment/Discrimination Policy?
Who is responsible for respecting the dignity and rights of their co-workers and the public they serve?
Who is responsible for respecting the dignity and rights of their co-workers and the public they serve?
What is the City of Toronto's commitment regarding discrimination and harassment?
What is the City of Toronto's commitment regarding discrimination and harassment?
What is the purpose of the City's Human Rights and Anti Harassment/Discrimination Complaint Procedures?
What is the purpose of the City's Human Rights and Anti Harassment/Discrimination Complaint Procedures?
What is the City of Toronto committed to promoting?
What is the City of Toronto committed to promoting?
Who does the Human Rights and Anti-Harassment/Discrimination Policy apply to?
Who does the Human Rights and Anti-Harassment/Discrimination Policy apply to?
How will all complaints be treated?
How will all complaints be treated?
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Study Notes
Human Rights and Anti-Harassment/Discrimination Policy
- The City of Toronto is committed to respectful, equitable service delivery and employment practices, and recognizes the dignity and worth of every person.
- The policy is guided by the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Purpose and Scope
- The goal of the policy is to prevent and address harassment and discrimination, and to create a climate of understanding and mutual respect.
- The policy applies to all City of Toronto employees, volunteers, Accountability Officers, elected officials, and members of the public who interact with the City.
- All employees are responsible for respecting the dignity and rights of their co-workers and the public they serve.
Prohibited Grounds of Discrimination
- In the provision of services and facilities, every person has a right to equal treatment without discrimination or harassment because of:
- 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 (including pregnancy, breast feeding)
- Sexual orientation
- In the occupation of accommodation, every person has a right to equal access without discrimination because of the same prohibited grounds, plus receipt of public assistance.
Enforcement and Accountability
- The City of Toronto will not tolerate, ignore, or condone discrimination or harassment, and will take action to ensure a harassment/discrimination-free workplace, facility, and service provision.
- All complaints shall be treated confidentially, and there shall be no reprisal.
- The City may take actions such as barring a harasser from its facilities, limiting services, discontinuing business, and/or revoking contracts with consultants or contractors.
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