Human Rights in the Workplace

Protected Grounds

Under Ontario's Human Rights Code, you cannot be discriminated against or harassed based on several protected grounds, including:

• Age
• Disability
• Race, Colour, or Ethnic Origin
• Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, or Gender Expression
• Religion or Creed
• Family or Marital Status

Employer Obligations

• Duty to Accommodate — Employers must provide reasonable accommodations to the point of undue hardship.
• Safe Workplace — Employers must have policies in place to prevent and investigate harassment.
• No Reprisal — Employers cannot punish you for exercising your human rights.