Question 1

Which of the following statements about the Charter of Rights and Freedoms is true?

Accepted Answer

D

Question 2

The Charter of Rights and Freedoms

Accepted Answer

D

Question 3

Equal pay for equal work specifies that

Accepted Answer

Equal pay for equal work specifies that an employer cannot pay male and female employees differently if they are performing substantially the same work. This means that people who perform the same job responsibilities, regardless of age, race, gender, or other factors, should be paid equally. However, it does not necessarily mean that all jobs must be paid the same, as some jobs may require different levels of skill or responsibility.

Question 4

The government in each jurisdiction has created special regulatory bodies to enforce compliance with the law and aid in its interpretation.Two such bodies are the

Accepted Answer

The human rights commission and the ministry of labour are both regulatory bodies that enforce compliance with the law and aid in its interpretation. While labour unions may also play a role in enforcing compliance with labour laws, they are not a regulatory body created by the government. The other options may include some regulatory bodies or organizations that aid in enforcing compliance with certain laws, but not as broadly or comprehensively as the human rights commission and ministry of labour.

Question 5

Refusing to hire a man who had been convicted and then pardoned for a drug-related offence as a counsellor at a federal correctional centre is an example of

Accepted Answer

Refusing to hire someone based on a past conviction that has been pardoned is a form of intentional direct discrimination, as it targets the individual and not a group characteristic. It would not be considered a permissible employer practice and could be a violation of human rights legislation.

Question 6

Deliberately refusing to hire, train, or promote an individual on the basis of age is an example of

Accepted Answer

Deliberately refusing to hire, train, or promote an individual on the basis of age is an example of intentional/direct discrimination, as it is a conscious decision to discriminate against someone based on their age.

Question 7

Refusing to promote a highly qualified white male into senior management because his wife has just been diagnosed with a chronic illness that might interfere with his willingness to work long hours is an example of

Accepted Answer

Discrimination on the basis of association refers to treating someone unfairly based on their relationship or association with someone else, such as their spouse or family member. In this scenario, the decision not to promote the individual because of concerns about his wife's illness is an example of discrimination on the basis of association.

Question 8

A national railway has a safety rule that all employees working in the rail yard must wear hardhats.Several Sikh employees have refused to follow the rule as their religion forbids them from removing their turbans, which is required in order for them to wear the hardhats.Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

The rule unintentionally discriminates against Sikh employees by not accommodating their religious practice, which is a form of systemic discrimination based on religion.

Question 9

Asking young female factory-position applicants to demonstrate their lifting skills and not asking older female candidates or any male candidates to do so is an example of

Accepted Answer

Asking only young female candidates to demonstrate their lifting skills is discrimination on the basis of both age and gender, as it assumes that they are physically weaker and require demonstration. Not asking older female or any male candidates suggests bias against them based on their age and gender. This is not a permissible employer practice and can be challenged as intentional discrimination.

Question 10

The most difficult type of discrimination to detect and combat is

Accepted Answer

Systemic discrimination refers to discriminatory practices that are deeply embedded in societal norms and institutions, making them difficult to detect and combat. This type of discrimination is often the result of longstanding and pervasive biases and can be difficult to eradicate without significant changes to the culture and structures in which it is embedded. Other types of discrimination, such as differential treatment or intentional direct discrimination, may be more visible and easier to address through targeted interventions or legal action.

Question 11

Requesting that an employment agency refer only male candidates for consideration as management trainees is an example of

Accepted Answer

Requesting that an employment agency refer only male candidates for consideration as management trainees is an example of discrimination on the basis of gender. It is illegal and violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Question 12

A company with employees in different provinces/territories must monitor the legislation in each of those jurisdictions because

Accepted Answer

Legislation can vary between different provinces and territories, so a company operating in multiple areas must stay updated on the laws in each individual jurisdiction to ensure compliance.

Question 13

If a company classifies male employees as administrators and female employees doing the same work as clerks and provides different wage rates based on the classifications, the company is violating the

Accepted Answer

The principle of equal pay for equal work states that employees who perform substantially similar work should receive equal pay. If the company is paying male administrators more than female clerks for the same type of work, they are violating this principle. This is a case of gender-based discrimination, but it is not specifically related to a collective agreement or the Income Tax Act.

Question 14

The Charter of Rights and Freedoms and the rights it contains, such as freedom of association, apply to

Accepted Answer

The Charter of Rights and Freedoms applies to the actions of the federal, provincial, and municipal governments. It does not specifically apply to private sector employers, although there may be some cases where their actions could be challenged under the Charter.

Question 15

A company in the manufacturing sector terminated an employee because she was pregnant and about to go on maternity leave.This is a direct violation of the

Accepted Answer

The termination of an employee due to pregnancy and maternity leave is a form of discrimination based on gender, which is prohibited by human rights legislation in Canadian provinces. The employee could file a complaint with the applicable human rights commission or tribunal. The Employment Standards Act only provides for job-protected leave for eligible employees, including pregnancy and parental leave, but does not cover termination due to pregnancy. The Charter of Rights and Freedoms and employment equity legislation may also provide protections against discrimination but may not be specific to this situation. Health and safety legislation does not directly address pregnancy or maternity leave.

Question 16

Establishing minimum employee entitlements is most closely associated with

Accepted Answer

Employment standards legislation sets out minimum entitlements for things like minimum wage, hours of work, vacation pay, and termination pay for employees in a particular jurisdiction.

Question 17

Which of the following statements about equal pay for equal work legislation is true?

Accepted Answer

The statement that every jurisdiction in Canada has legislation incorporating the principle of equal pay for equal work is true.

Question 18

Which of the following statements describe the Charter of Rights and Freedoms accurately?

Accepted Answer

This statement is accurate. The Charter recognizes that certain limits on rights and freedoms may be necessary in a free and democratic society, but only if they can be demonstrably justified as reasonable. This is known as the "reasonable limits clause" or the "limitation clause."

The other statements are not accurate:
A) This statement is not accurate. The "notwithstanding clause" allows governments to override certain sections of the Charter, but it only applies in limited circumstances and the legislation can still be challenged under the Charter. 
B) While the courts do play a significant role in interpreting the Charter, the ultimate interpreter of the Constitution is actually the Supreme Court of Canada. 
D) The Charter is the supreme law of Canada and cannot be superseded by other laws, including employment standards legislation. 
E) The Charter applies to all Canadians and is not limited to certain provinces.

Question 19

Human rights legislation

Accepted Answer

Human rights legislation affects every employer in Canada and is thus a significant consideration for HR specialists, supervisors, and managers throughout the firm. It prohibits discrimination in employment based on certain protected grounds, such as race, gender, and religion, and requires employers to provide accommodations to employees who require them. Failure to comply with human rights legislation can result in legal consequences for employers.

Question 20

All jurisdictions in Canada prohibit discrimination on the grounds of

Accepted Answer

The answer of All jurisdictions in Canada prohibit discrimination on...

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