Which of the following statements would apply to a requirement that a hospital nurse be female
A)The requirement is a violation of the Canadian Human Rights Act.
B)The requirement is a bona fide occupational requirement.
C)The requirement is justified if the nurse works at the maternity ward of a hospital.
D)The requirement is mandatory if determined by the Pay Equity Act.

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Requiring a hospital nurse to be female is a violation of the Canadian Human Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender. In Canada, employers cannot refuse to hire or promote someone based on their gender or impose conditions of employment that discriminate against an employee or applicant because of their gender. There may be exceptional circumstances where gender is a bona fide occupational requirement, but in general, gender-based discrimination is not permitted.

Which of the Following Statements Would Apply to a Requirement