Workplace Discrimination in Brampton

Every worker in Ontario deserves to be treated fairly regardless of who they are. Under the Ontario Human Rights Code, discrimination in employment based on protected grounds is illegal.

At Brampton Employment Lawyers, we stand up for employees who have been mistreated, overlooked, or targeted because of their identity.

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What Are the Protected Grounds?

Discrimination is prohibited based on:

• Race, colour, ancestry, or place of origin
• Ethnic origin or citizenship
• Creed (religion)
• Sex, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation
• Age
• Disability (physical or mental)
• Family or marital status
• Receipt of public assistance
• Record of offences (in some contexts)

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Examples of Workplace Discrimination

• Passed over for promotion due to race or gender
• Different pay for the same work based on sex
• Hostile work environment targeting religion or sexual orientation
• Fired or laid off disproportionately based on ethnicity
• Job postings with discriminatory requirements

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What You Can Do

If you've experienced workplace discrimination, you may be entitled to file a complaint with the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario and seek remedies including:

• Monetary compensation for lost income and injury to dignity
• Reinstatement to your position
• Policy changes at your workplace

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How We Help

We help Brampton workers document discrimination, build a strong case, and navigate the Human Rights process. Contact us for a free consultation.

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Related Resources

• How to Handle Racial Discrimination at Work: A Guide for Ontario Employees
• Ontario's Equal Pay for Equal Work Laws Explained
• Protections for LGBTQ+ Employees in Ontario Workplaces
• "Canadian Experience" Requirements Are Now Illegal in Brampton Postings