Source: Canadian Human Rights Commission (CHRC) Author/Writer: Canadian Human Rights Commission Date of publication: Not Listed Summary The Canadian Human Rights Commission’s primary responsibility is monitoring the implementation of the…Continue readingMonitoring the Rights of People with Disabilities
Category: Dealing with Perceived Discrimination
Source: Richmond Centre for Ability Author/Writer: Not Listed Date of publication: 2012 Summary This document provides guidance on disability etiquette, emphasizing the importance of treating individuals with disabilities with respect…Continue readingDisability Etiquette
Source: Presidents Group. The content is originated from Down Syndrome Resource Foundation. Author/Writer: Not Listed Date of publication: 2023 Summary The resource provides guidelines to employers on the language to…Continue readingPreferred Language Guide
Source: Presidents Group Author/Writer: Presidents Group & Open Door Group Date of publication: May 26, 2022 Summary This resource, developed by Presidents Group & Open Door Group, listed the top…Continue readingTop 12 Disability Inclusive Employer Practices
Source: American Bar Association (ABA) Author/Writer: ABA Commission on Disability Rights Date of publication: Not listed Summary The comprehensive guide on implicit bias provided by the American Bar Association serves…Continue readingImplicit Biases & People With Disabilities
Source: Ontario Human Rights Commission Author/Writer: Not Listed Date of publication: 2016 Summary This resource is a component of the Policy on Ableism and Discrimination Based on Disability (2016), primarily…Continue readingForms of Discrimination
Source: Canadian Equality Consulting Author/Writer: Leah Schmidt Date of publication: August 24, 2021 Summary This article discusses disability discrimination in the workplace and how to create a more inclusive environment.…Continue readingWhat is Disability Discrimination in the Workplace?
Source: Government of Canada Date of publication: 2020-04-01 Type of resource: Government policy document Summary This resource, provided by the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat, presents the Policy on the…Continue readingPolicy on the Duty to Accommodate Persons with Disabilities in the Federal Public Service
Source: Government of Nova Scotia Type of resource: Government website Summary The Government of Nova Scotia’s Accessibility Directorate provides information, resources, and support for employers and organizations in Nova Scotia…Continue readingThe Government of Nova Scotia’s Accessibility Directorate
Disabled persons have the same rights to be included in society as anybody else. Everyone should have equal opportunities and equal access. Disabled women, girls, and children are to be…Continue readingUnited Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities








