Gender Identity in the Workplace: An Overview of the Rights of Transgendered Employees in Canada

By Miller Thomson, LLP
In recent years, there has been increased acknowledgement of the difficulties faced by transgendered people, particularly in the workplace.  Transgendered people routinely experience harassment and discrimination because of their chosen gender identity.  Courts have recognized that they are a “historically disadvantaged group.”  For these reasons, it is crucial that employers understand the issues relevant to transgender people and adopt appropriate policies to ensure that these employees are able to work in a safe and secure environment, free from discrimination. 
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