April'24 MC FULL - Unpacking the Duty to Accommodate: Building Inclusive Spaces - April 11, 2024

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Workplace accommodations aim to enhance accessibility while creating a welcoming and productive workplace for individuals to fulfill their roles safely and efficiently. It also enables employees to bring their authentic selves to work, fostering a sense of belonging.

The Ontario Human Rights Code states that every person has a right to equal treatment with respect to employment without discrimination or harassment, enumerating 16 protected grounds. Employers and business leaders are responsible for reacting to accommodation requests and proactively identifying and dismantling the barriers hindering their team members’ full potential. These requests require a delicate balance — respecting privacy and confidentiality while ensuring that the accommodation process is constructive and supportive. Often, the most significant pain points are not knowing where to start, how to be proactive, and understanding the duty to accommodate. Ultimately, it’s about cultivating a workplace that respects legal compliance while advancing inclusivity for all employees.

Gain timely and valuable insight on navigating the duty to accommodate.