Disability rights in the workplace - Canadian Union of Public ...

What it means for
union members seeking
accommodation
The union member should inform their employer of their
need for accommodation and cooperate in providing
the necessary information. Sometimes the member is
unable to inform the employer because of the nature of
the disability. For example, workers with psychiatric or
intellectual disabilities may be unable to identify or
express their needs for accommodation.
The employee must provide sufficient information to the
employer concerning restrictions or limitations including
necessary information from health professionals. The
employee doesn't have to reveal the actual diagnosis so
long as sufficient information about restrictions and
accommodation needs is provided. Prejudices can be
triggered about the extent of work limitations based on
differing understandings of the implications of a
diagnosis. Sometimes though the diagnosis is known by
virtue of the accommodation needs.
The member has a responsibility to work with the union
and the employer to discuss reasonable solutions and
participate in the accommodation process.
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