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A tribunal may make rules respecting disclosure of evidence.
A tribunal may make rules respecting disclosure of evidence.
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A tribunal can require parties to attend a pre-hearing conference to discuss issues relating to a complaint.
A tribunal can require parties to attend a pre-hearing conference to discuss issues relating to a complaint.
True (A)
A tribunal can make rules specifying the form of notices required to be given to a party.
A tribunal can make rules specifying the form of notices required to be given to a party.
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A tribunal can legally mandate that a party provide an address for service or delivery of notices and orders.
A tribunal can legally mandate that a party provide an address for service or delivery of notices and orders.
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Tribunals can mandate that mediation be included in a dispute resolution process.
Tribunals can mandate that mediation be included in a dispute resolution process.
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A member of a tribunal can make orders that are not specifically covered by rules.
A member of a tribunal can make orders that are not specifically covered by rules.
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A complaint may be dismissed if a party fails to act on a notice to diligently pursue the complaint.
A complaint may be dismissed if a party fails to act on a notice to diligently pursue the complaint.
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The Public Service Act applies to the engagement of consultants.
The Public Service Act applies to the engagement of consultants.
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A panel can make a declaratory order that the conduct complained of was discrimination contrary to this Code.
A panel can make a declaratory order that the conduct complained of was discrimination contrary to this Code.
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A panel can order the person that contravened this Code to engage in a pattern or practice that contravenes this Code.
A panel can order the person that contravened this Code to engage in a pattern or practice that contravenes this Code.
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An order made under subsection (2) can require the person that contravened this Code to provide any person designated in the order with information respecting the implementation of the order.
An order made under subsection (2) can require the person that contravened this Code to provide any person designated in the order with information respecting the implementation of the order.
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A panel may award costs against a party to a complaint who has engaged in improper conduct during the course of the complaint.
A panel may award costs against a party to a complaint who has engaged in improper conduct during the course of the complaint.
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A panel can order the person that contravened this Code to only compensate the person discriminated against for the wages or salary lost.
A panel can order the person that contravened this Code to only compensate the person discriminated against for the wages or salary lost.
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A panel can order the person that contravened this Code to make available to the person discriminated against the right, opportunity, privilege, or a combination of these, which they were denied.
A panel can order the person that contravened this Code to make available to the person discriminated against the right, opportunity, privilege, or a combination of these, which they were denied.
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A panel can order the person that contravened this Code to pay the person discriminated against an amount that the panel considers appropriate to compensate that person for injury to dignity, feelings, and self respect.
A panel can order the person that contravened this Code to pay the person discriminated against an amount that the panel considers appropriate to compensate that person for injury to dignity, feelings, and self respect.
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This Code states that all complaints must be heard by a panel.
This Code states that all complaints must be heard by a panel.
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A decision made by a member or panel of a tribunal is considered a decision of the tribunal itself.
A decision made by a member or panel of a tribunal is considered a decision of the tribunal itself.
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The tribunal is required to provide written reasons for all decisions made.
The tribunal is required to provide written reasons for all decisions made.
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Any party can apply to modify an order made under sections 37(2)(c) or (d)(i) even after it has been fully implemented.
Any party can apply to modify an order made under sections 37(2)(c) or (d)(i) even after it has been fully implemented.
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A member or panel can only modify an order if it is not fully implemented and due to unforeseen circumstances.
A member or panel can only modify an order if it is not fully implemented and due to unforeseen circumstances.
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When modifying an order, a member or panel can exercise any of the powers outlined in section 37(2).
When modifying an order, a member or panel can exercise any of the powers outlined in section 37(2).
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Orders made under sections 37(2)(a), (c), (d), or (4), or 38(2) can be filed with the Supreme Court by any party involved in the case.
Orders made under sections 37(2)(a), (c), (d), or (4), or 38(2) can be filed with the Supreme Court by any party involved in the case.
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Orders filed with the Supreme Court have the same force and effect as a judgment of the Supreme Court.
Orders filed with the Supreme Court have the same force and effect as a judgment of the Supreme Court.
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The tribunal is required to submit an annual report to the Clerk of the Legislative Assembly.
The tribunal is required to submit an annual report to the Clerk of the Legislative Assembly.
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A religious organization that only helps people of a specific faith is allowed by law to discriminate against people of other faiths.
A religious organization that only helps people of a specific faith is allowed by law to discriminate against people of other faiths.
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Information received during settlement attempts of a complaint is considered confidential and can never be disclosed.
Information received during settlement attempts of a complaint is considered confidential and can never be disclosed.
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Organizations that assist specific ethnic groups are allowed to operate without being held to the same regulations as other organizations.
Organizations that assist specific ethnic groups are allowed to operate without being held to the same regulations as other organizations.
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Employment equity programs must focus on at least 7 groups.
Employment equity programs must focus on at least 7 groups.
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The tribunal must provide the minister with an annual report that details the tribunal's activities in the past fiscal year.
The tribunal must provide the minister with an annual report that details the tribunal's activities in the past fiscal year.
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If an organization provides a service to all people of a specific age, it can be considered to be in compliance with the code.
If an organization provides a service to all people of a specific age, it can be considered to be in compliance with the code.
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Companies cannot employ an employment equity program to benefit people by virtue of their race.
Companies cannot employ an employment equity program to benefit people by virtue of their race.
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An organization that helps people with mental disabilities is an example of an organization that is allowed to preference people within that group.
An organization that helps people with mental disabilities is an example of an organization that is allowed to preference people within that group.
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An organization that promotes social and economic equality for all people of a specific sexual orientation is allowed to discriminate against people with other sexual orientations.
An organization that promotes social and economic equality for all people of a specific sexual orientation is allowed to discriminate against people with other sexual orientations.
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The commissioner can be removed from office for cause by a majority vote of the members of the Legislative Assembly.
The commissioner can be removed from office for cause by a majority vote of the members of the Legislative Assembly.
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Discrimination that is required by a regulation is permitted under the code.
Discrimination that is required by a regulation is permitted under the code.
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If the commissioner is suspended or temporarily absent, an acting commissioner may be appointed by the Legislative Assembly on the recommendation of the standing committee.
If the commissioner is suspended or temporarily absent, an acting commissioner may be appointed by the Legislative Assembly on the recommendation of the standing committee.
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If an organization that is dedicated to protecting people of specific ancestry decides to only help individuals with a specific disability within that ancestry group, the organization is contravening the code.
If an organization that is dedicated to protecting people of specific ancestry decides to only help individuals with a specific disability within that ancestry group, the organization is contravening the code.
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A company that makes its recruitment policies more inclusive to help women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities is breaking the code.
A company that makes its recruitment policies more inclusive to help women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities is breaking the code.
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If the commissioner is suspended for cause, the suspension may end when the commissioner returns to office after the temporary absence.
If the commissioner is suspended for cause, the suspension may end when the commissioner returns to office after the temporary absence.
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The standing committee must be unanimous in their decision in order to appoint an acting commissioner when the Legislative Assembly is not sitting.
The standing committee must be unanimous in their decision in order to appoint an acting commissioner when the Legislative Assembly is not sitting.
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If the Legislative Assembly is not sitting, the standing committee can only suspend the commissioner for a period of 5 days.
If the Legislative Assembly is not sitting, the standing committee can only suspend the commissioner for a period of 5 days.
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It is legal to deny a person or class of persons the opportunity to purchase a commercial unit because of their marital status.
It is legal to deny a person or class of persons the opportunity to purchase a commercial unit because of their marital status.
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A person may discriminate on the basis of a person's sex when determining premiums or benefits under life or health insurance contracts.
A person may discriminate on the basis of a person's sex when determining premiums or benefits under life or health insurance contracts.
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A person can refuse to rent space to a person or class of persons based on their lawful source of income.
A person can refuse to rent space to a person or class of persons based on their lawful source of income.
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A person can discriminate on the basis of age when determining premiums or benefits under contracts of life insurance.
A person can discriminate on the basis of age when determining premiums or benefits under contracts of life insurance.
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The code prohibits discrimination related to tenancy based on a person's family status.
The code prohibits discrimination related to tenancy based on a person's family status.
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A person can discriminate against someone on the basis of their sexual orientation when denying the opportunity to purchase a commercial unit.
A person can discriminate against someone on the basis of their sexual orientation when denying the opportunity to purchase a commercial unit.
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Discrimination on the basis of a person's physical or mental disability is allowed when determining benefits under contracts of health insurance.
Discrimination on the basis of a person's physical or mental disability is allowed when determining benefits under contracts of health insurance.
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A panel may dismiss a complaint if the alleged contravention occurred more than one year prior to the complaint filing.
A panel may dismiss a complaint if the alleged contravention occurred more than one year prior to the complaint filing.
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A member or panel may allow any person or group to intervene in a complaint, even if they are not directly affected by the potential outcome.
A member or panel may allow any person or group to intervene in a complaint, even if they are not directly affected by the potential outcome.
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If a complaint is about an issue already being addressed in another proceeding, the tribunal will dismiss the complaint.
If a complaint is about an issue already being addressed in another proceeding, the tribunal will dismiss the complaint.
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The tribunal has the jurisdiction to hear complaints regarding any act or omission that contravenes the code, regardless of whether the complaint is filed within the code's jurisdiction.
The tribunal has the jurisdiction to hear complaints regarding any act or omission that contravenes the code, regardless of whether the complaint is filed within the code's jurisdiction.
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A complaint can be dismissed if it is determined that proceeding with it would not benefit the person who claims to have been discriminated against.
A complaint can be dismissed if it is determined that proceeding with it would not benefit the person who claims to have been discriminated against.
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If a complaint is deemed to lack reasonable prospect of success, it can be dismissed without a hearing.
If a complaint is deemed to lack reasonable prospect of success, it can be dismissed without a hearing.
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The tribunal is obligated to hear all complaints and cannot dismiss any complaint due to its complexity or the need for extensive investigation.
The tribunal is obligated to hear all complaints and cannot dismiss any complaint due to its complexity or the need for extensive investigation.
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The tribunal may only defer consideration of a complaint if the other proceeding is a formal legal proceeding authorized by another act.
The tribunal may only defer consideration of a complaint if the other proceeding is a formal legal proceeding authorized by another act.
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The tribunal is required to defer a complaint until the outcome of another proceeding if the other proceeding is capable of addressing the substance of the complaint.
The tribunal is required to defer a complaint until the outcome of another proceeding if the other proceeding is capable of addressing the substance of the complaint.
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A complaint can be dismissed if it is found to be motivated by improper intentions or filed in bad faith.
A complaint can be dismissed if it is found to be motivated by improper intentions or filed in bad faith.
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A single member of a tribunal can receive and accept evidence that would not be admissible in a court of law.
A single member of a tribunal can receive and accept evidence that would not be admissible in a court of law.
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Any evidence that is inadmissible in a court due to privilege is also inadmissible before a tribunal.
Any evidence that is inadmissible in a court due to privilege is also inadmissible before a tribunal.
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The tribunal can adopt rules that override an Act expressly limiting the purpose of evidence being admitted or used in a proceeding.
The tribunal can adopt rules that override an Act expressly limiting the purpose of evidence being admitted or used in a proceeding.
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The chair of a tribunal can assign a complaint to a single member or a panel of three members.
The chair of a tribunal can assign a complaint to a single member or a panel of three members.
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A panel designated to handle a complaint must have a presiding member, selected from within the panel.
A panel designated to handle a complaint must have a presiding member, selected from within the panel.
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A complaint can be dismissed under section 27 if the person against whom the complaint was made was not given notice of the complaint.
A complaint can be dismissed under section 27 if the person against whom the complaint was made was not given notice of the complaint.
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The tribunal has the power to make rules to ensure a fair and timely resolution of complaints.
The tribunal has the power to make rules to ensure a fair and timely resolution of complaints.
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A person can file a complaint on behalf of a group of people, even if they are not a member of that group.
A person can file a complaint on behalf of a group of people, even if they are not a member of that group.
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A tribunal can make rules to specify the form of notices to be given to a party.
A tribunal can make rules to specify the form of notices to be given to a party.
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A complaint must be filed within one year of the last instance of the alleged contravention if the alleged contravention is a continuing one.
A complaint must be filed within one year of the last instance of the alleged contravention if the alleged contravention is a continuing one.
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A tribunal can mandate that a party provide an address for service or delivery of notices and orders.
A tribunal can mandate that a party provide an address for service or delivery of notices and orders.
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A tribunal can mandate that mediation be included in the dispute resolution process.
A tribunal can mandate that mediation be included in the dispute resolution process.
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A member or panel can refuse to accept a complaint if they believe it's not in the best interest of the group or class on whose behalf the complaint is being made.
A member or panel can refuse to accept a complaint if they believe it's not in the best interest of the group or class on whose behalf the complaint is being made.
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A complaint regarding a contravention of this Code can be filed more than a year after the alleged incident if it is in the public interest and no one would be significantly disadvantaged by the delay.
A complaint regarding a contravention of this Code can be filed more than a year after the alleged incident if it is in the public interest and no one would be significantly disadvantaged by the delay.
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A member or panel may choose to proceed with two or more complaints together if they consider it to be fair and reasonable in the specific circumstances.
A member or panel may choose to proceed with two or more complaints together if they consider it to be fair and reasonable in the specific circumstances.
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A member or panel can refuse to accept a complaint if they believe the person claiming discrimination does not wish to proceed with that complaint.
A member or panel can refuse to accept a complaint if they believe the person claiming discrimination does not wish to proceed with that complaint.
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A trade union that only accepts members of a specific political party would be acting within the law.
A trade union that only accepts members of a specific political party would be acting within the law.
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A person who claims to have been discriminated against must personally file a complaint with the tribunal.
A person who claims to have been discriminated against must personally file a complaint with the tribunal.
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A complaint can be filed as late as two years after the alleged contravention, as long as it is deemed to be in the public interest.
A complaint can be filed as late as two years after the alleged contravention, as long as it is deemed to be in the public interest.
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A panel can order a person who has contravened the Code to adopt and implement an employment equity program if the evidence indicates they have engaged in a pattern or practice that contravenes the Code.
A panel can order a person who has contravened the Code to adopt and implement an employment equity program if the evidence indicates they have engaged in a pattern or practice that contravenes the Code.
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A panel can order a person who has contravened the Code to only compensate the person discriminated against for the wages or salary lost.
A panel can order a person who has contravened the Code to only compensate the person discriminated against for the wages or salary lost.
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A panel can order a person who has contravened the Code to engage in a pattern or practice that contravenes this Code.
A panel can order a person who has contravened the Code to engage in a pattern or practice that contravenes this Code.
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The Public Service Act applies to the retention, remuneration or engagement of consultants or specialists under subsection (2).
The Public Service Act applies to the retention, remuneration or engagement of consultants or specialists under subsection (2).
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A person can be found guilty of discriminating on the basis of a person's Indigenous identity, race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age even if they did not intend to discriminate
A person can be found guilty of discriminating on the basis of a person's Indigenous identity, race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age even if they did not intend to discriminate
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A business is legally allowed to refuse service to a person based on their religion if the business has valid and reasonable justification for doing so.
A business is legally allowed to refuse service to a person based on their religion if the business has valid and reasonable justification for doing so.
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A business is not allowed to refuse service to a person if their refusal is based on the person's sexual orientation.
A business is not allowed to refuse service to a person if their refusal is based on the person's sexual orientation.
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A person cannot be found guilty of contravening the code if their discriminatory statement was part of a private communication.
A person cannot be found guilty of contravening the code if their discriminatory statement was part of a private communication.
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The Code states that a person cannot, without a bona fide and reasonable justification, discriminate against another person due to their age when providing services or facilities, but there is an exception included in the Code, which allows for discrimination against people of a different age if they live in a separate residence.
The Code states that a person cannot, without a bona fide and reasonable justification, discriminate against another person due to their age when providing services or facilities, but there is an exception included in the Code, which allows for discrimination against people of a different age if they live in a separate residence.
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The Code states that a business cannot deny someone service based on their religion, but a business is allowed to deny someone service for their sexual orientation.
The Code states that a business cannot deny someone service based on their religion, but a business is allowed to deny someone service for their sexual orientation.
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A bona fide occupational requirement can be used to justify a refusal to employ someone based on their Indigenous identity.
A bona fide occupational requirement can be used to justify a refusal to employ someone based on their Indigenous identity.
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An employer can reduce the rate of pay for all employees to comply with this section.
An employer can reduce the rate of pay for all employees to comply with this section.
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A bona fide retirement plan can justify discrimination based on age.
A bona fide retirement plan can justify discrimination based on age.
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An employer is required to pay an employee the difference between the actual amount paid and the amount due under the section, even if the employee worked for less than 12 months before their termination.
An employer is required to pay an employee the difference between the actual amount paid and the amount due under the section, even if the employee worked for less than 12 months before their termination.
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An employment agency can refuse to refer a person for employment because of their political beliefs.
An employment agency can refuse to refer a person for employment because of their political beliefs.
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A difference in pay between employees based on seniority is considered discrimination, unless the employer can demonstrate that it is a bona fide occupational requirement.
A difference in pay between employees based on seniority is considered discrimination, unless the employer can demonstrate that it is a bona fide occupational requirement.
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A difference in pay between men and women based on job performance is not considered a violation of this section, even if the job performance standards have a disproportionate impact on women.
A difference in pay between men and women based on job performance is not considered a violation of this section, even if the job performance standards have a disproportionate impact on women.
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The legislation specifically exempts religious organizations from the obligation to provide equal employment opportunities.
The legislation specifically exempts religious organizations from the obligation to provide equal employment opportunities.
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An employer can refuse to hire an applicant because they have been convicted of a criminal offense, even if the offense is unrelated to the job.
An employer can refuse to hire an applicant because they have been convicted of a criminal offense, even if the offense is unrelated to the job.
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A company can implement an employment equity program that only benefits people of a specific race, based on the argument that the program is necessary to address historical disparities.
A company can implement an employment equity program that only benefits people of a specific race, based on the argument that the program is necessary to address historical disparities.
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A trade union can legally refuse membership to someone based on their criminal record, even if the conviction is unrelated to the union's activities.
A trade union can legally refuse membership to someone based on their criminal record, even if the conviction is unrelated to the union's activities.
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A complaint filed on behalf of a group must be made by a member of that group.
A complaint filed on behalf of a group must be made by a member of that group.
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A complaint alleging a continuing contravention must be filed within one year of the first instance of the alleged contravention.
A complaint alleging a continuing contravention must be filed within one year of the first instance of the alleged contravention.
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If a complaint is filed after the time limit, the tribunal may accept the complaint, even if it cannot determine if substantial prejudice would result to any person because of the delay.
If a complaint is filed after the time limit, the tribunal may accept the complaint, even if it cannot determine if substantial prejudice would result to any person because of the delay.
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A member or panel can proceed with two or more complaints together even if it is determined that doing so would be unfair or unreasonable.
A member or panel can proceed with two or more complaints together even if it is determined that doing so would be unfair or unreasonable.
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A panel can require parties to attend a pre-hearing conference to discuss issues relating to a complaint.
A panel can require parties to attend a pre-hearing conference to discuss issues relating to a complaint.
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A panel can legally mandate that a party provide an address for service or delivery of notices and orders.
A panel can legally mandate that a party provide an address for service or delivery of notices and orders.
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The tribunal is required to provide written reasons for all decisions made related to complaints, but not for decisions made on other matters.
The tribunal is required to provide written reasons for all decisions made related to complaints, but not for decisions made on other matters.
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A religious organization that only helps people of a specific faith is allowed to discriminate against people of other faiths because of their religion.
A religious organization that only helps people of a specific faith is allowed to discriminate against people of other faiths because of their religion.
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It is permissible to publish an employment ad that explicitly prefers candidates of a specific age if the age preference is a bona fide occupational requirement.
It is permissible to publish an employment ad that explicitly prefers candidates of a specific age if the age preference is a bona fide occupational requirement.
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An employer can legally pay a female employee less than a male employee for work that is considered "similar or substantially similar" based on the level of skill, effort, and responsibility required.
An employer can legally pay a female employee less than a male employee for work that is considered "similar or substantially similar" based on the level of skill, effort, and responsibility required.
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A landlord is exempt from the Code's provisions prohibiting discrimination against those with disabilities if they rent exclusively to people with disabilities and the rental unit is designed to accommodate their specific needs.
A landlord is exempt from the Code's provisions prohibiting discrimination against those with disabilities if they rent exclusively to people with disabilities and the rental unit is designed to accommodate their specific needs.
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A landlord is exempt from the Code's provisions prohibiting discrimination based on family status when renting a space to someone who will be sharing the use of sleeping, bathroom, or cooking facilities with the person making the representation.
A landlord is exempt from the Code's provisions prohibiting discrimination based on family status when renting a space to someone who will be sharing the use of sleeping, bathroom, or cooking facilities with the person making the representation.
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A landlord who rents units exclusively to people over 55 years of age is exempt from the code's provisions prohibiting discrimination based on age.
A landlord who rents units exclusively to people over 55 years of age is exempt from the code's provisions prohibiting discrimination based on age.
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A religious organization can legally discriminate against people of other faiths when providing services due to their religious beliefs.
A religious organization can legally discriminate against people of other faiths when providing services due to their religious beliefs.
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Information received during settlement attempts of a complaint is considered privileged and cannot be disclosed under any circumstances.
Information received during settlement attempts of a complaint is considered privileged and cannot be disclosed under any circumstances.
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Discrimination based on a person's lawful source of income is prohibited under the Code in relation to tenancy.
Discrimination based on a person's lawful source of income is prohibited under the Code in relation to tenancy.
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A panel can dismiss a complaint if the alleged discriminatory act occurred more than one year prior to the complaint filing date.
A panel can dismiss a complaint if the alleged discriminatory act occurred more than one year prior to the complaint filing date.
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Study Notes
BC Human Rights Code Definitions
- Age: 19 years or older
- Chair: Member appointed under section 31, as head of the tribunal
- Collective Agreement: Defined in the Labour Relations Code
- Commissioner: Human Rights Commissioner appointed under section 47.01
- Complainant: Person or group filing a complaint under section 21
- Complaint: Complaint filed under section 21
- Discrimination: Includes conduct described in sections 7, 8(1)(a), 8(9)(a) & (b), 10(1)(a), 11, 13(1)(a) & (2), 14(a) & (b), 43 & 47.21
- Employers' Organization: Organization of employers regulating employer-employee relations
- Employment: Relationship of master-servant, master-apprentice, & principal-agent; substantial part of agent's work for one principal
- Employment Agency: Person procuring employees or employment for others, with or without pay
- Indigenous: Indigenous peoples as defined in the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act
- Intervenor: Commissioner or person allowed under section 22.1 to intervene in a complaint
- Member: Person appointed under section 31 as a member of the tribunal
- Occupational Association: Organization (other than a trade union or employer's organization) where membership is required for a trade, occupation, or profession
- Panel: Panel designated under section 27.1(1)(b)
- Party: Complainant, respondent, and any party added by the tribunal
- Person: Employer, employment agency, employer's organization, occupational association, and trade union
- Trade Union: Organization of employees regulating relations between employees and employers
- Tribunal: British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal
BC Human Rights Code Purposes
- (a): Foster full participation in BC's economic, social, political, and cultural life
- (b): Promote understanding and mutual respect among equals
- (c): Prevent discrimination prohibited by the Code
- (d): Identify and eliminate persistent inequality associated with prohibited discrimination
- (e): Provide redress for those discriminated against, contrary to the Code
BC Human Rights Code General Provisions
- Code Prevails: If conflict between this Code and another enactment, this Code takes precedence
- Discriminatory Publication: Prohibits publishing, issuing, or displaying statements, publications, notices, etc., that indicate discrimination or hatred based on protected grounds(Indigenous identity, race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age).
- Discrimination in Accommodation, Service and Facility: Prohibits denying accommodation, service, or facilities customarily available to the public due to protected characteristics.
Further BC Human Rights Code Content
- Discrimination in Purchase of Property: Prohibits denial of the opportunity to purchase commercial or residential units, land, or interests in land due to protected characteristics.
- Discrimination in Tenancy Premises: Prohibits denying the right to occupy represented vacant spaces, or discriminating against persons regarding terms or conditions, due to protected characteristics.
- Discrimination in Employment Advertisements: Prohibits expressing limitations, specifications, or preferences regarding employment based on protected characteristics, unless for bona fide occupational requirement
- Discrimination in Wages: Prohibits employing one sex at differing rates of pay than another, for similar or substantially similar work.
- Discrimination in Employment: Prohibits refusing to hire or continue to employ a person based on protected characteristics
- Discrimination by Unions and Associations: Prohibits excluding or expelling members of trade unions, employers’ organizations, or occupational associations due to protected characteristics
BC Human Rights Tribunal
- The British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal is continued
- Made up of appointed members
- Processes complaints of discrimination
- Has defined powers and procedures
- Makes decisions and orders
BC Human Rights Code - Other Provisions
- Dismissal of Complaints: Reasons for dismissal of complaints (jurisdictional issues, no grounds, lack of prospect of success, improper motives, etc.)
- Assignment of Complaints: Chair's power to assign complaints to a single member or a panel of three
- Evidence: Types of evidence accepted by members and panels of the tribunal
- Powers to Make Rules: Tribunal's power to make rules for practice and procedure to facilitate just and timely resolution
- Time Limits for Filing Complaints: Timeframes for filing complaints, considering the nature and circumstances of the situation.
- Commissioner and Other Intervenors: Details regarding the commissioner and other individuals who can intervene in a complaint
- Deferral of a Complaint: Procedures to defer a complaint to another proceeding
- Enforcement of Settlement Agreements: Process for enforcing the terms of settlement agreements
- Staff of the Tribunal/Commissioner: Procedures for appointment, qualifications, remuneration of those who work for the tribunal and commissioner
- Remedies: Orders that can be made, including compensation for damages, cease and desist orders for behaviour, etc., if complaints are found to be justified
- Disclosure: Information received during settlement negotiations is confidential, unless provided otherwise
- Exemptions: Groups and organizations are exempt from discrimination laws
- Special Programs: The creation and use of employment equity programs
- Protection: Protection of individuals who file complaints of discrimination
- Style of Cause for Proceedings: Initiating lawsuits against trade unions, employers’ organizations and associations
- Technical Defects: Invalidity of proceedings due to defects in form or irregularities in proceedings
- Delegation of Powers: Procedure for delegation of power of the chair and members of tribunal
- Time Limits: Timeframe restrictions for periods related to complaints
- Human Rights Commissioner: Appointment process, role, term, and rights of the human rights commissioner
- Commissioner's Inquiry/Orders: Power of the commissioner to inquire into specific matters, procedures for inquiries and ordering actions
- Expenses Reimbursement: Reimbursement of expenses for complying with commissioner's orders
- Cabinet Information Protected: Prohibition against requiring information related to cabinet-level decision-making
- Annual Reports, review and disclosure: Requirements and processes for annual and special reports and disclosures.
- Offences Act: How this act relates to this code and exemptions
- Review of Sections: Requirement that a review of specific sections be done by a special committee of the Legislative Assembly on a regular basis.
BC Human Rights Code - Additional Topics
- Exemptions: Organizations exempt from certain provisions concerning discrimination (charitable, philanthropic, etc., groups)
- Special Programs: How to plan, advertise, and make employment equity program(s) and their objectives.
- Protection: Protection of individuals who complain of discrimination, and prohibitions protecting them from certain negative consequences
- Style of Cause for Proceedings: Ways in which lawsuits against trade unions, employers’ organizations and associations can be initiated.
- Technical Defects: Invalidity of proceedings due to defects in form or irregularities in proceedings
- Delegation of Powers: Procedure for delegation of power of the chair and members of the tribunal
- Time Limits: Timeframe restrictions for periods related to complaints
- Human Rights Commissioner: Appointment process, role, term, and rights of the human rights commissioner
- Commissioner's Inquiry/Orders: Power of the commissioner to inquire into specific matters, procedures for inquiries and ordering actions
- Expenses Reimbursement: Reimbursement of expenses for complying with commissioner's orders
- Cabinet Information Protected: Prohibition against requiring information related to cabinet-level decision-making
- Annual Reports, review and disclosure: Requirements and processes for annual and special reports and disclosures.
- Offences Act: How this act relates to this code and exemptions
- Review of Sections: Requirement that a review of specific sections be done by a special committee of the Legislative Assembly on a regular basis.
- Time Limits for Complaints: Time limits for various stages of a complaint process
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Test your knowledge on the rules and procedures related to tribunal operations and dispute resolution. This quiz covers key aspects such as evidence disclosure, pre-hearing conferences, and orders related to discrimination under the Code. Understanding these rules is essential for effectively navigating tribunal processes.
