Until recently, Air Canada had the right to retire pilots at age 60. What human rights legal concept is this an example of?
A) reverse discrimination
B) systemic discrimination
C) bona fide occupational qualification
D) undue hardship

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This is an example of the bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ) which allows an employer to impose an age limit on certain jobs if age is a genuine job requirement. In this case, the age limit was imposed because of concerns about pilot safety and the ability to meet international regulations.

Until Recently, Air Canada Had the Right to Retire Pilots