If you are an employer, it is important to be mindful of potential upcoming changes that impact how you run your workplace.
One such change in the world of employment law is the federal government’s consultation on the modernization of the Employment Equity Act (the “EEA”). The consultation period opened on May 3, 2024 and will close on July 31, 2024.
Background
In 1986, the EEA was created to overcome the barriers preventing marginalized communities from achieving their full potential in the workplace. The legislation mandates fairness, equality and equitable inclusion for employees in federally regulated workplaces.
