Question 1

Firms under provincial jurisdiction with 100 or more employees,wishing to bid for goods and services contracts with the federal government valued at $200 000 or more,must implement an employment equity plan.

Accepted Answer

This is true according to the Canadian Employment Equity Act.

Question 2

The Canadian Human Rights Commission (CHRC)must accept all complaints except those not filed within a prescribed period of time.

Accepted Answer

The CHRC has the discretion to dismiss complaints that are trivial, frivolous, vexatious, or made in bad faith, in addition to those not filed within the prescribed time limit.

Question 3

Every workplace in Canada is covered by human rights legislation.

Accepted Answer

Human rights legislation in Canada applies to all workplaces, regardless of size or industry. It is designed to protect employees from discrimination and harassment based on grounds such as race, gender, religion, and disability.

Question 4

Human rights legislation is the cornerstone of equity legislation.

Accepted Answer

Human rights legislation prohibits discrimination and promotes equal opportunity, making it essential to equity legislation which aims to address systemic barriers and ensure fairness and justice for all individuals, particularly those who have been historically marginalized.

Question 5

Employers are guilty of sexual harassment if they permit their customers to sexually harass their employees.

Accepted Answer

According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), employers can be held liable for sexual harassment by customers or clients if they knew or should have known about the harassment and failed to take prompt and appropriate corrective action. Therefore, employers have a responsibility to protect their employees from sexual harassment not only by their co-workers but also by customers or clients.

Question 6

Recent statistics indicate that visible minorities are lacking in educational qualifications,which has resulted in their high unemployment rates.

Accepted Answer

Recent statistics often show that visible minorities may have comparable or even higher levels of educational qualifications, but they still face higher unemployment rates due to various factors such as discrimination, lack of network opportunities, and recognition of foreign credentials.

Question 7

Women are underrepresented as technicians and semi-skilled professionals.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that women are underrepresented in technician and semi-skilled professional roles, particularly in fields such as STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math). Efforts are being made to promote diversity and inclusivity in these industries.

Question 8

In Canada,the four designated groups that have not received equitable treatment in employment are women,Aboriginal people,people with disabilities,and visible minorities.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. These four designated groups, also known as the Employment Equity groups, have historically faced barriers and discrimination in the Canadian workforce. Employment Equity legislation was introduced to address these inequalities and promote diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.

Question 9

Which of the following is the best example of how an organization's leadership can demonstrate its commitment to an employment equity plan?

Accepted Answer

Publicly describing the organization's commitment to employment equity demonstrates that leadership is willing to publicly support and uphold the values and goals of the plan. This sends a clear message to employees that employment equity is a priority for the organization and that the leadership is committed to implementing it.

Question 10

The federal pay equity legislation applies to all employees in Canada.

Accepted Answer

The federal pay equity legislation specifically applies to federally regulated employers and employees, such as those in industries like banking, telecommunications, and interprovincial transportation, not to all employees in Canada.

Question 11

An employment equity program is a process requiring senior management commitment and involvement.

Accepted Answer

An employment equity program requires commitment and involvement from senior management in order to be successfully implemented and sustained.

Question 12

According to the textbook,which group is most likely to view the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms as a disappointment?

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to the textbook,which group is most...

Question 13

Organization Z is planning a formal process of examining its workforce in terms of religion,personality,lifestyle,and education.The company plans to gain a strategic advantage by harnessing the differences that exist within the organization.What is Organization Z planning to do?

Accepted Answer

Organization Z is planning to employ diversity management by examining its workforce in terms of religion, personality, lifestyle, and education to harness the differences that exist within the organization and gain a strategic advantage. Employment equity and pay equity programs are typically focused on ensuring fairness and equal opportunities related to employment and remuneration, respectively. Initiation of a cultural assessment may also be a part of diversity management, but it is not clear from the given information if it is the only or primary objective, making D a better option.

Question 14

An example of sexual harassment is having to listen to comments made by co-workers about their sexual conquests every Monday morning even when you have told them that their remarks make you extremely uncomfortable.

Accepted Answer

Continuous comments about sexual conquests in the workplace can create a hostile environment and may be considered sexual harassment, especially if the person has expressed discomfort with the behavior.

Question 15

Organization Z is about to undertake an organization-wide process of ensuring equitable representation in terms of designated groups,including an analysis and redressing of past discriminations.What is Organization Z undertaking?

Accepted Answer

Organization Z is undertaking an employment equity policy implementation, which aims to identify and address historical and current discrimination in the workplace and ensure equitable representation of designated groups. Affirmative action and pay equity policies are subsets of employment equity, and an employment systems review may be one aspect of the implementation process, but the specific focus on designated groups and past discrimination points to an employment equity policy implementation.

Question 16

Employers covered by the federal Employment Equity Act are required to consult with designated employees' representatives or,in a unionized setting,with bargaining agents.

Accepted Answer

Employers covered by the federal Employment Equity Act are required to consult with designated employees' representatives or, in a unionized setting, with bargaining agents.

Question 17

A crucial element of any diversity management initiative is proper training across the organization.

Accepted Answer

Proper training is necessary to ensure that all employees understand the importance of diversity and how to effectively manage it in the workplace. It is also important for leaders and managers to receive training in order to effectively manage a diverse team and create an inclusive work environment.

Question 18

Prohibited grounds of discrimination in employment vary between provinces.

Accepted Answer

Each province has its own human rights legislation outlining prohibited grounds of discrimination in employment, and these can differ between provinces.

Question 19

Diversity initiatives are most successful when they are perceived to be human resources programs.

Accepted Answer

Diversity initiatives are most successful when they are integrated into the core business strategy and involve commitment and participation from all levels of the organization, not just seen as HR programs.

Question 20

Managing diversity is primarily a moral issue.

Accepted Answer

While there are certainly moral implications related to managing diversity, such as promoting equality and fairness, it is primarily a business and organizational issue. Effective management of diversity can lead to better team performance and innovation, increased employee satisfaction and retention, and improved overall business outcomes.

Quiz 3: Equity and Diversity in Human Resources Management