Which of the following is a major difference between Canadian and U.S. discrimination law?
A)In the United States, reverse discrimination can be the basis for a lawsuit but this is not true in Canada.
B)In the United States, some employers are required to be proactive about hiring diverse employees but this is not true in Canada.
C)In Canada the French-speaking citizens of Quebec are protected under federal legislation but in the United States there is no similar law for those who speak a different language.
D)None of the above is a major difference between these two countries.

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In the United States, the concept of reverse discrimination, where members of a majority or historically advantaged group claim they have been discriminated against in favor of a minority or historically disadvantaged group, can indeed form the basis of legal action. This is less recognized in Canadian law, where the focus is more on protecting historically disadvantaged or minority groups.

Which of the Following Is a Major Difference Between Canadian