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Employee Rights

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Highlights

Canadians have the right to be treated fairly in workplaces free from discrimination. Learn about your rights and the resources available to you by reading more about pay equity, the Racism-Free Workplace Strategy and the Employment Equity Act, which promotes equitable representation for women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities who work in federally regulated workplaces.   Also see Employment Standards, Labour Law and Collective Bargaining.

Employment Equity Act

Laws and Policies

Federal Contractors Program (FCP)

Other Resources