Women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal peoples, and visible minorities are mandated by the federal government to have equal employment opportunities. This law was enacted in 1986. What is the name of the legislation?

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The Employment Equity Act was enacted in 1986 to ensure equal employment opportunities for women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal peoples, and visible minorities in federally regulated workplaces. The act requires employers to identify and address barriers to employment for these designated groups.

Women, People with Disabilities, Aboriginal Peoples, and Visible Minorities Are