Legal Framework in Canada
There are a number of different statutes that may have an impact on how business deals with mental health issues in the workplace and how courts interpret lawsuits regarding accommodation or discrimination.
They fall into 2 main categories:
- Workplace health and safety legislation
- Legislation prohibiting discrimination and creating barrier-free workplaces
This section can help you identify some of the relevant legal factors in dealing with mental health issues in the workplace. It is not exhaustive, however, and is not a substitute for specialized legal advice.
- Workplace health and safety legislation
- Legislation to prohibit discrimination and create a barrier-free workplace
- What are some of the relevant laws in Canada?
- What do the human rights codes require?
Seek Legal Advice Where Appropriate
The law is complicated and ever-changing. The areas of disability, discrimination, and accommodation are especially susceptible to change as research and case law lead to new conclusions about systemic barriers and the true abilities of those labelled as disabled. We strongly recommend that employers seek out qualified legal advice on these matters.
Please note: This is provided for the purpose of general information only and is not a substitute for obtaining legal advice.
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